Crayola Light-Ups Glow Pumpkin – Cool-Surface LED Lantern for Family Front Porch, No Wax Drip Safe Halloween Decor
Crayola Light-Ups Glow Pumpkin – Cool-Surface LED Lantern for Family Front Porch, No Wax Drip Safe Halloween Decor
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Why you'll love it
- Washable, skin-and-wall-safe markers remove the stress of staining clothes, furniture, or little hands
- Reusable recolorable surface delivers repeat play value across multiple Halloween seasons
- Battery-powered LED glow is a kid-safe, fire-free alternative to a real candle-lit jack-o-lantern
- 4-hour auto-off timer preserves battery life and lets parents set it and forget it as a night light
- Shatter-resistant plastic stands up to drops, throws, and rough play from young kids
- Three character variants (Pumpkin, Ghost, Mummy) let siblings or classmates each have their own
Perfect for
- Halloween gift for boys and girls ages 4 and up
- Reusable, mess-free Halloween art activity that doubles as glowing room decor
- Flame-free night light in a child's bedroom during the fall season
- Hands-on Halloween craft for classroom parties or playdates
- Keepsake decoration kids can re-decorate throughout October
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Product InformationLIGHT UPS JACK-O-LANTERN: Features 1 Recolorable Light-Ups Jack-O-Lantern, 3 Washable Markers, and an Instruction Sheet.
DECORATE YOUR PUMPKIN: Draw your design using the Washable Markers, flip the switch to light up your pumpkin, then wipe it clean with a damp cloth to start anew!
ULTRA CLEAN WASHABLE MARKERS: Add splashes of color with one of 3 Ultra Clean Washable Marker colors. These markers wash easily from skin, clothing, and most painted walls.
ERASE & RE-COLOR: The erasable surface multiplies the fun and extends playtime, freeing our little artists to experiment with an endless array of designs.
LIGHT UP PUMPKIN: With a simple flip of the switch, watch as your pumpkin lights up in Orange, Lime Green, or Light Blue! (Battery operated with a 4-hour timer).
DURABLE & SHATTER-RESISTANT: The Light Ups Jack-O-Lantern is made of durable & shatter-resistant material.
HALLOWEEN GIFT FOR KIDS: The Crayola Light-Ups Jack-O-Lantern makes a great Halloween gift for boys and girls ages 4 and up!
Embrace the Halloween season with the Crayola Light-Ups Jack-O-Lantern. Inside this kit you'll find 1 Recolorable Light-Ups Jack-O-Lantern, 3 Washable Markers (Green, Slate, and Purple), and 1 Instruction Sheet. It's everything you need for a bewitching, glow-in-the-dark adventure! Draw, scribble, and doodle frightening patterns with the 3 Washable Markers and unleash your inner artist. Whatever Halloween scene you decide to create, your masterpiece will glow proud and bright in one of 3 colors - Orange, Lime Green, or Light Blue. Best of all, with a simple wipe clean using a damp cloth, your canvas becomes fresh and you're ready to start again! This battery-operated pumpkin art adventure comes with a 4-hour timer, perfect for adding that magical, glowing touch to your ghoulish Halloween décor (3 AAA batteries required, not included). Ideal for children aged 4 and up, the Crayola Light-Ups Jack-O-Lantern makes unleashing creativity, fun, and easy, turning each Halloween into a spooky and creative celebration! This product is ACMI Certified. Age Range Description: Kid
Included Components: (1) Recolorable Light Ups character (3) Ultra Clean washable markers (1) Instruction sheet
Model Name: Light Ups - Pumpkin
Art Craft Kit Type: Drawing, Light Play
Target Audience: Unisex Children
Set Name: Light Ups - Jack-O-Lantern
Item Type Name: Light Play
Color: Orange
Theme: Holiday
Seasons: Fall
Product Style: Light Ups: Jack-O-Lantern
Subject Character: Jack-o-lantern
Item Dimensions: 4.25 x 5.75 x 7 inches
Size: Medium
Number of Pieces: 5
Material Type: Plastic
Paint Type: Washable Markers
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Light-Ups pumpkin safer than a real candle inside a carved jack-o-lantern?
Yes. It uses battery-powered LEDs instead of an open flame, eliminating fire risk, hot wax, smoke, and singe smell. There is nothing to light, nothing to drip, and nothing to blow out.
Can I leave this glowing in my child's room overnight without worrying?
Yes. The LED stays cool to the touch, the 4-hour auto-off timer shuts the light off after your child has fallen asleep, and the shatter-resistant shell reduces breakage risk in the dark.
Is the pumpkin safe to use around pets and curious toddlers?
Yes. There is no flame, no hot wax, and no glass, so the pumpkin is safe to place on a low table, windowsill, or entryway where pets and toddlers may pass by. The washable markers are also non-toxic.
Does the LED light get hot enough to be a fire hazard?
No. LEDs run cool even after hours of use, so the pumpkin surface stays at room temperature and poses no ignition risk to bedding, curtains, paper decorations, or Halloween costumes.
Is the auto-off timer reliable enough that I don't have to check on it?
Yes. The built-in 4-hour automatic shutoff is designed for set-and-forget use as a night light, conserving battery life and turning the pumpkin off after your child is asleep.
Can I use this on a windowsill or shelf near a smoke detector without setting it off?
Yes. Because the Light-Ups pumpkin produces no smoke, no flame, and no heat plume, it will not trigger a smoke detector the way a real lit candle or incense might.
Is the plastic housing BPA-free or food-safe in case a toddler mouths it?
The pumpkin is made from a durable, shatter-resistant plastic designed for children's toys. As with any toy, it should be used as intended for ages 4 and up rather than as a chewing item.
Will the washable markers stain my child's bedding if the pumpkin is kept on the bed?
No. The included Ultra Clean washable markers are formulated to lift off fabrics, walls, and skin with water, so stray marks on pillowcases or sheets wash out easily.
Is this a good alternative to a candle for a household with allergies or asthma?
Yes. There is no burning wax or scented smoke, so the pumpkin provides Halloween ambiance without the airborne irritants that real candles can release in enclosed bedrooms.
Can I use this as a safer alternative to candles during a Halloween party with kids running around?
Absolutely. The LED glow gives the same jack-o-lantern look without the fire risk, making it ideal for party tables, buffet lines, and front porches where costumes and paper decorations pass close by.
Light-up pumpkin vs. electric candle — which is safer for kids?
Both are flameless, but the Light-Ups pumpkin is a sealed, battery-powered unit with no cords and a cool-touch LED, so there is no risk of a child pulling a string or touching a hot bulb.
Is this safer than a real carved pumpkin for toddlers in the house?
Yes. There is no open flame inside, no rotting pumpkin smell, and no sharp carving tools needed, so the Light-Ups pumpkin is a much safer Halloween decoration in homes with toddlers.
What about a flameless wax candle with timer — how does it compare to the pumpkin?
A flameless wax candle mimics a candle, while the Light-Ups pumpkin is a character-shaped decor piece that doubles as a kids' coloring craft. The pumpkin adds interactive play value a plain candle cannot offer.
Could the battery compartment be a choking hazard for a young child?
The battery compartment is a standard child-resistant design, and the product is intended for ages 4 and up. Batteries should always be installed by an adult, as with any battery-powered toy.
Is it safe to leave the pumpkin glowing while my infant sleeps in the same room?
Yes. The pumpkin produces no flame, no heat, and no scent, and the auto-off timer turns it off automatically, so it is safe to use in a shared bedroom with an infant.
What if my child knocks the pumpkin off the nightstand in the middle of the night?
The shatter-resistant plastic housing is built to absorb drops without breaking, and there is no glass bulb or liquid wax to shatter, so a nighttime tumble is low risk.
How do I set up the Light-Ups pumpkin for the first time?
Insert 3 AAA batteries (not included) into the compartment, switch the pumpkin on to choose your glow color, and use the included washable markers to decorate the erasable surface. Wipe clean with a damp cloth to recolor whenever you like.
How do I change the LED color on the pumpkin?
The pumpkin has a simple switch that cycles through three LED glow colors — Orange, Lime Green, and Light Blue — so you can pick the mood for the night.
How do I clean the markers off the pumpkin once Halloween is over?
Use a damp cloth or soft sponge with a little water to wipe the erasable surface clean. The Ultra Clean washable markers are designed to lift off easily without scrubbing or staining.
Do Crayola Light-Ups work with any washable markers, or only the ones included?
The pumpkin is optimized for the included Crayola Ultra Clean washable markers, but other standard washable markers on the market also work well and wipe off the erasable surface.
Does the Light-Ups pumpkin come with batteries?
No, 3 AAA batteries are required but not included, so you will need to purchase them separately before the pumpkin can light up.
What is included in the box?
Each Light-Ups pumpkin comes with the character-shaped LED pumpkin, 3 Ultra Clean washable markers in Green, Slate, and Purple, and an instruction sheet. Batteries are sold separately.
Is the Light-Ups pumpkin safe if the LED ever stops working?
Yes. The pumpkin runs on low-voltage AAA batteries with a cool-touch LED, so even if the light fails, there is no risk of overheating, leaking, or fire.
How long will the pumpkin last with normal family use?
With its durable, shatter-resistant plastic housing and reusable erasable surface, the Light-Ups pumpkin is built to be a multi-season Halloween decoration, and batteries can be replaced as needed.
What is the difference between the Crayola Light-Ups pumpkin and a plain coloring pumpkin craft?
A plain coloring pumpkin is a one-time craft. The Light-Ups pumpkin adds a battery-powered LED glow, a 4-hour auto-off timer, and a washable surface that re-colors again and again, turning a single craft into reusable decor and a night light.
