Every year, Iowans go crazy for fall festivities! Of course, living in a state full of cornfields will have that effect, because everywhere you look there’s a new maze to explore. One of the most unique fall festivals in the Hawkeye State is at Reiman Gardens. During the event, hundreds of jack-o-lanterns light up the night in what many consider the best pumpkin glow in Iowa. As one of the best Halloween events in Iowa, “Spirits in the Gardens” returns again this year on October 16th and 17th and it will surely make your fall magical.

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You can find more information on the best Halloween glow in Iowa on the Reiman Gardens events page and order tickets on the website. Feel free to come to the event dressed in your Halloween costume! Are you excited for all of the fall fun in Iowa to begin? What are your favorite Halloween events in Iowa? Let us know in the comments!

For more things to do in the fall in Iowa, be sure to check out these seven cider and donut mills in Iowa for all sorts of autumnal adventures!

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What are the best Halloween events in Iowa?

There are so many things to do in the fall in Iowa, which is essentially the season our state was made for. Visit haunted cornfields, pick out the best pumpkin and of course make plans to attend the best pumpkin glow in Iowa, described above. If you're looking for more of the best Halloween events in Iowa, check out the scariest haunted houses here, a pumpkin patch here, and even a Halloween train ride here.

What are the best Halloween towns in Iowa?

Many small towns in Iowa (and bigger cities) go all out for Halloween. It's a beautiful time of year in our state and there are definitely plenty of spooky and festive reasons to celebrate. Iowa State and Reiman Gardens are one of the best places for folks of all ages to enjoy Halloween. Visit the pumpkin glow event or any of the other festive happenings throughout the season.

What are the best pumpkin patches in Iowa?

A visit to the pumpkin patch is a tradition in Iowa and there are many wonderful places to choose from. If you are in the hunt for the great pumpkin to carve and sit on your own front porch, consider a visit to Pierce's Pumpkin Patch, an hour southeast of Des Moine. This family-owned farm has been around for nearly 40 years and it's a charming spot to pick out a pumpkin and enjoy the season. Learn more about this pumpkin patch in Iowa here.

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