🎃 Gourd Behind the Scenes at Kentucky Kingdom’s Pumpkins Event! 🎃
In this episode of The Attractions Group Podcast, host David Detling sits down with Logan Sanderson, Marketing Director at Kentucky Kingdom, for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to bring the annual Pumpkins at Kentucky Kingdom autumn festival to life!
Discover the incredible logistics, creative vision, and operational magic required to transform Louisville’s favorite theme park with thousands of glowing, carved, and giant pumpkin displays each fall season. Plus, get insider details on fall entertainment, family-friendly autumn night glow events, food and beverage treats, and what makes this Herschend Family Entertainment tradition a must-visit fall event in the Midwest!
⏱️ TIMESTAMPS & EPISODE CHAPTERS
- [00:00:00] Introduction – Welcome to The Attractions Group Podcast with David Detling
- [00:01:30] Welcome Logan Sanderson – Marketing Director at Kentucky Kingdom
- [00:03:15] Behind the Gourd Concept – The evolution of Pumpkins at Kentucky Kingdom
- [00:06:45] Logistics & Decor – Sourcing and setting up thousands of real and sculpted pumpkins
- [00:10:20] Nighttime Glow Experience – Lighting up the park, rides, and giant pumpkin structures
- [00:14:10] Fall Food, Drinks & Merchandise – Seasonal treats and specialty autumn menus
- [00:18:00] Family Entertainment & Character Encounters – Live shows and kid-friendly fall fun
- [00:21:45] Working Under Herschend Family Entertainment – Bringing world-class seasonal events to Louisville
- [00:24:00] Closing Thoughts & Event Dates – Planning your visit to Pumpkins at Kentucky Kingdom
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