The Great Pumpkin Plunge

  • Jacksonville Community Center
  • 5 Municipal Dr., Jacksonville
  • Monday, October 19, 2026
  • 6:30pm (check-in starts at 5:00pm)
  • Admission $5 per participant
  • $3 per parent (non-swimmers) *
  • BATHING SUIT REQUIRED

Dive into spooky season with the Jacksonville Parks and Rec Aquatics Department!  Children ages 3-12 are invited to the Community Center pool to take a plunge for small pumpkins that can be turned in for a larger pumpkin out of the Pumpkin Patch that they get to take home.  Participants will be sent in age groups: 3&4, 5&6, 7&8, 9&10, 11&12. Free Pumpkin & Carving Kit with Admission.  

Admission is $5 / participant.  *Parents must accompany non-swimmers ($3.00 / parent). Pre-registration is encouraged. 

A registration form AND payment must be received to register for the event. You may complete the registration form and payment at the Jacksonville Community Center.