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Roger Williams Park Zoo Jack-O'-Lantern Spectactular Returns

This year's theme celebrates the art of the pun.

PROVIDENCE, RI — The Roger Williams Park Zoo Jack-o'-Lantern spectacular is back.

The event runs through Nov. 1.

"This year’s theme celebrates the art of the pun, with thousands of hand-carved pumpkins bringing witty wordplay to life through pop culture references, playful characters and pun-believable scenes," the zoo said in a post on its website.

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"From clever one-liners to delightfully cheesy dad jokes, there’s something to make every guest grin as they stroll The Great Pun-Kin Trail, where over 5,000 glowing jack-o’-lanterns transform the Zoo into New England’s premier fall experience," the post said.

Tickets are timed, available online only and must be purchased in advance.

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Nightly parking is free and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Optional premium parking is also available.

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