Pumpkin Village

The Pumpkin Village in Ornavasso

In the heart of the Val d'Ossola, just a few kilometers from Lake Maggiore, the town of Ornavasso (Verbano-Cusio-Ossola province, Piedmont) hosts one of the most successful family events in Northwest Italy every autumn: the Pumpkin Village. Set up at the Parco del Lago delle Rose on Via Pietro Jorio, the theme park welcomes thousands of children and parents every year into an autumnal atmosphere filled with warm colors, pumpkins of all shapes and sizes, and creative workshops.

A theme park entirely dedicated to autumn

The idea behind the Village is simple and effective: to transform a large green space into a child-friendly world where the pumpkin is the true star. It starts with picking pumpkins directly from the field, an experience that thrills the little ones, followed by decoration and carving activities. The park features numerous installations such as the giant pumpkin-shaped bouncy castle, themed playhouses, wooden games, and photo spots for memorable pictures.

Shows and workshops

Among the most popular offerings is the Halloween-themed family musical, acted and sung live by professional performers and designed to engage both adults and children. There are also educational workshops dedicated to nature, such as those on the world of bees or making lavender soap, in addition to games, entertainment, and discovery moments related to healthy eating and the environment.

The tourist train

One of the event's distinctive features is the panoramic tourist train, included in the ticket price, which connects the center of Ornavasso and the Piazza XXIV Maggio parking area directly to the park entrance. A detail that makes the visit convenient even for those traveling with strollers and small children.

Designed for any weather

Thanks to 1,000 square meters of covered and heated areas, the Pumpkin Village is an ideal destination even in case of rain, which is typical of the Ossola autumn season. A self-service restaurant with about 300 seats offers seasonal pumpkin-based dishes, and picnics are also allowed. The area is pet-friendly and accessible to strollers.

An autumn trip between Piedmont and Lake Maggiore

Easily accessible from both Milan and Turin, the Ornavasso Pumpkin Village has become a fixed appointment for families in Northern Italy looking for an authentic autumn experience in touch with nature, in one of the most picturesque valleys in Piedmont.