Abstract: An illumination device for illuminating a surrounding region that is adapted to be placed on a soft penetrable support surface, such as the bottom of a pumpkin. The illumination device includes a housing with a base, which sets on the support surface and supports a power source. The base also includes a pair of prong-like electrical contacts, which penetrate the support surface. The illumination device further includes a light source in electrical communication with the power source, such that when electrical current flows between the electrical contacts the light source is operative to produce light.