When does the pumpkin carving at the lake take place?

The event takes place on Friday, October 30, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM.

Where does the family event take place?

The venue is the boat house in Herrsching at Summerstraße 36, 82211 Herrsching am Ammersee.

What is the participation fee?

The participation fee is €25 per person.

What is included in the price?

The price includes a large carving pumpkin, the use of carving tools on site, various motif templates, as well as creative guidance and support. Additionally, there is mulled wine or kids' punch.

What age is the event suitable for?

The pumpkin carving is suitable for families with children as well as for beginners. Children under ten may only participate if accompanied and supervised by a legal guardian.

What should families bring?

Families should bring clothing that can get dirty. Registration is required by October 29, 2026, at 2:00 PM, as the pumpkins must be pre-ordered.

Pumpkin Magic at Ammersee: This Family Afternoon Makes Halloween Creative

Name: Pumpkin Carving by the Lake in Herrsching
Start: 2026-10-30T14:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-10-30T17:30:00+01:00
Location: Bootshaus Herrsching

Glowing pumpkins and creative Halloween joy at Ammersee

When autumn shimmers golden at Ammersee, creativity takes place at the boat house in Herrsching: During the pumpkin carving at the lake, families, children, friends, and individuals create their own Halloween pumpkin. Amidst the lakeshore, autumn air, and cozy atmosphere, imaginative artworks emerge – creepy, funny, or truly unique.

Creative family afternoon with many ideas

Large and small participants choose from various motif templates and implement their ideas with local support. Beginners as well as experienced carving fans are welcome. The joint crafting enhances fine motor skills, concentration, and imagination, making this creative learning experience a special family event.

Children's laughter, autumn scent, and Halloween spirit

Through hollowing out, carving, and decorating, a simple pumpkin transforms into a personal glowing artwork. Children immediately experience how something visible emerges from their own idea. This child-friendly activity combines learning fun, self-confidence, and quality time in a relaxed atmosphere right by the lake.

Well prepared and family-friendly organized

The participation fee includes a large carving pumpkin, the use of carving tools on site, motif templates, as well as creative guidance and support. For children under ten years, supervision by a legal guardian is required. Safety and careful work are the focus when using sharp tools.

Cozy conclusion with kids' punch

Mulled wine and kids' punch create a warm autumn atmosphere during the afternoon. The event takes place in any weather; a covered tent is available in case of bad weather. Clothing that can get dirty is part of the ideal family equipment.

Conclusion: A pumpkin adventure for the whole family

The pumpkin carving by the lake promises creative shared time, glowing results, and real Halloween anticipation. Anyone who enjoys children’s laughter, learning fun, and a self-designed keepsake will experience a special autumn afternoon at Herrschinger See. Registration is required by October 29, 2026, at 2:00 PM so that the pumpkins can be pre-ordered.