Believe it or not, Transylvania University's PumpkinMania is about to get even more magical. This year, the annual tradition will feature more than just gorgeous gourds including theatrical performances, a magic show, and of course — pumpkins. Carve out some time in your schedule for some festive fall fun.

"The Moors" by Jen Silverman, Little Theater
The Transylvania Theater Program will perform this 19th century-inspired dark comedy about two sisters who dream of power + love. Reserve your spot for one of the shows Wednesday, Oct. 23-Saturday, Oct. 26 at 7:30 p.m. or Sunday, Oct. 27 at 5 p.m. Tickets are free, but donations are encouraged.

"Comedy Magic" by Joseph Tran, Mitchell Fine Arts Center
Don't miss out on a spellbinding experience with actor, comedian, and illusionist Joseph Tran who is bringing a family-friendly evening of laughs, wonder, and Halloween magic. The show is Friday, Oct. 25 at 7 p.m.; tickets start at $13.50.

SPOOKTACULAR Halloween Concert, Mitchell Fine Arts Center
Listen to Transylvania’s choirs, band, and orchestra, with support from Scott County + Great Crossing High School choirs. The free concert will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 26.

Pumpkins that go unclaimed after the first 30 minutes of the carving party will be released for the public. | Photo by LEXtoday

PumpkinMania Festival, Old Morrison Lawn
Pumpkin reservations are full for this year's event on Sunday, Oct. 27, but there's still plenty to do. Stop by to tour Rafinesque's tomb + enjoy on-site vendors like Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck, Kirk’s Blue Smoke BBQ, and Bert’s SpeakCheezy from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fun fact: Any pumpkins that are left unclaimed after 30 minutes will be released to other attendees.

The pumpkins will remain lit Sunday, Oct. 27-Thursday, Oct. 31 before they are collected by local farmers to be fed to their livestock.