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Pumpkin Season at Panera Bread

It’s technically still summer, but the wait is over for our favorite autumn flavors. Pumpkin season at Panera Bread is here with a brand-new lineup of fall favorites, and the return of the Pumpkin Spice Latte, to bakery-cafes nationwide. As someone who waits for these treats every year, I cannot wait to satisfy my autumnal sweet tooth! Let’s take a look at their new coffee drinks and baked goods.

The Drinks

The fall drink menu offers two new sips with two returning favorites:

NEW Pumpkin Spice Iced Coffee
- A dark roast coffee with pumpkin sauce over ice, topped with sweet cream cold foam and pumpkin spice crumbles.
NEW Pumpkin Spice Frozen Java
- A frozen blended coffee drink with dairy blend and pumpkin sauce, topped with whipped cream and pumpkin spice crumbles.
Pumpkin Spice Latte
- Freshly brewed espresso combined with foamed milk and pumpkin spice sauce, topped with whipped cream and pumpkin spice crumbles.
Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte
- All the flavors and ingredients of the classic Pumpkin Spice Latte, served over ice.

The Treats

Pair those pumpkin drinks with some sweet autumn treats! Panera’s seasonal menu will feature two new bakery items and one returning classic. All are crafted by Panera’s chefs to deliver the taste of fall in every bite.

NEW Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll
- A deliciously crafted roll made with sweet dough, stuffed with cinnamon and pumpkin filling, topped with decadent pumpkin spice icing.
NEW Caramel Pumpkin Slice
- A flavorful slice of cake with pumpkin pie spices, brown sugar, vanilla, and salted caramel swirls, topped with pumpkin spice icing.
Pumpkin Cookie
- Deliciously crafted, pumpkin-shaped shortbread cookie decorated with icing.

A Pumpkin Dream

“Our guests look forward to these fall flavors each year, and we are bringing them to our menu in more ways than ever,” said Scott Uehlein, VP of Culinary, Panera Bread in a recent press release. “What sets our fall lineup apart are the details – from the decadent pumpkin spice icing and filling on our Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll to the spiced crumbles and creamy cold foam topping our coffee beverages. Whether it’s a refreshing iced drink or a sweetly spiced bite, Panera is the ultimate fall destination.”

These great fall drinks and treats are the perfect addition to the tasty soups and sandwiches Panera Bread is known for. I love to warm up with a black bean or creamy tomato soup. Then, I treat myself to some pumpkin spice. It’s my go-to on a cool autumn afternoon.

Panera’s seasonal menu innovations are available for dine-in, delivery, Rapid Pick-Up, or drive-thru. Learn more at panerabread.com.

Have you tried any of these items yet? Share your favorite fall flavors with me on Facebook & Instagram.

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Bath & Body Works Halloween 2026

Bath & Body Works Halloween 2026 collection is here and I am excited! Each year I stock up on my favorite signature Halloween scents and some new additions. Let’s take a look at what’s new and returning for this year.

Carnival-Inspired Fragrances, Decor and Collectibles

Step right up to Halloween! The Bath & Body Works Halloween 2026 collection is inspired by the thrills of a cursed carnival. Fresh thrills and timeless frights come together to turn every room into the spookiest show on earth. From glowing candle holders to whimsical antibacterial handwash holders, this year’s assortment celebrates Halloween and brings the spooky carnival to life.

Photos from bathandbodyworks.com

Standout decor and accessories include:

Glow-in-the-Dark Circus Luminary ($275.00) – a carnival design that’s frighteningly fun.
Light-up Glow-in-the-Dark Funhouse Pedestal ($79.95) – adds an extra eerie touch.
Light-up Fortune Teller PocketBac Holder ($12.95) – delivers a mystical glow.
Halloween Carousel Wristlet ($19.95) – holds all your spooky travel-size fragrance essentials.
Twisted Ghost Fine Fragrance Mist Holder ($24.95) – brings a hauntingly fun fragrance moment.
Neon Spooky Ferris Wheel Color-changing Nightlight ($36.95) – creates a glowing carnival display.

These pieces will add some spooky whimsy to your home and bathroom.

"This year, we were excited to use the whimsy and nostalgia of the classic carnival and combine it with iconic Halloween experiences and icons. This lens allowed us to create a world where expected icons have an unexpected twist, and it allowed us to introduce new icons that still feel true to the season. Every piece is designed to be collected, displayed and brought out year after year, so the whole home becomes part of the show."

Tobias Funk, director at Bath & Body Works

"The accessories are where the carnival gets personal. We designed the soft items to travel with you, from the carousel cosmetic bag to the PocketBac holders. The little details bring the carnival story to life and make each piece feel special."

Julianne Fletcher, associate vice president of design at Bath & Body Works

The Fragrances

Two new scents are joining the lineup this year. Both adhere to the haunted carnival theme:

Carnival Fog – A mysterious blend of spooky autumn air, woody incense and midnight fog.
Cotton Candy Cobwebs – A sweet swirl of spun sugared webs, fresh berries and fluffy whipped vanilla.

Returning Halloween favorites include:

Pumpkin Carving – A cozy blend of freshly carved pumpkin, spiced pumpkin seeds and smooth brown sugar.
Vampire Blood – A bold blend of blood red strawberry, midnight jasmine and dark plum.
Ghoul Friend – A sweet and spooky mix of dark strawberries, ghostly peony and spine-chilling citrus.

Whether you are drawn to mysterious autumn nights, nostalgic pumpkin traditions, or sweet carnival treats, the collection offers a fragrance and decor moment for every Halloween mood.

Bath & Body Works Halloween 2026 Colection

The Bath & Body Works Halloween collection is available now online at BathandBodyWorks.com and in Bath & Body Works stores nationwide while supplies last.

Pumpkin Season at Panera Bread

The Drinks

The Treats