Carlsbad Promises Family Fun at Pumpkin Plunge

CARLSBAD, CA — Enjoy Halloween-themed pool activities and games during the city of Carlsbad’s Pumpkin Plunge at Alga Norte Aquatic Center on Saturday, Oct. 15, as the swimming pool is transformed into a floating pumpkin patch.

Come dressed in a swimsuit and enjoy fun and spooky activities including catching pumpkins with hula hoops, diving for treasures, collecting bones, catching mutant fish and more during the event that runs from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

As the sun goes down, finish the night off with a special presentation of the movie, "Hotel Transylvania 2," on the giant outdoor movie screen.

Every child will receive a pumpkin to take home to decorate.

“This event is fun for everyone,” said Rachael Shay, special events director for the city of Carlsbad. “It combines two great things; Halloween and swimming, and with the heated pool it is a perfect event to hold here in Southern California in October.”

Cost is $10 per person. Children ages 3 and under are free. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.

Alga Norte Aquatic Park is located at 6565 Alicante Road in Carlsbad.

For more information visit the city website at Carlsbadconnect.org, keyword search “Pumpkin Plunge.”

The event maxes out at 500 participants.

— News release and photos from the city of Carlsbad