So for only finding out about the contest with 7 days left, I think I did okay. If I had to do it again, I come up with a more cohesive design for the interior. But, Sid the sandwich Ghost was just too cute not to use. Also if any of you attempt this, a bigger bit of acrylic would be ideal, but it works.    

Pumpkin and interior:

https://www.tinkercad.com/things/e6VCuDfendz-e3d-pumpkin

Python script: 

https://learn.adafruit.com/pitft-linux-python-animated-gif-player

Sid's original .gif 

https://giphy.com/gifs/cute-ghost-spooky-l4pMdRYrYUKI6I2ZO