Pumpkinfest 2026

About this event

This event is dedicated to all things pumpkin. Our pumpkin patches will be open for pick your own pumpkins. We will also have pre-picked pumpkins available for purchase at the store as well. Pumpkin rock painting and naming contests for prizes all weekend. Come and weigh your pumpkin for bragging rights. There will be face painting for the kids. The pumpkin carving contest will be held this year on Oct 3rd from 2:30-4pm Bring your spooky skills to our festive Pumpkin Carving Contest! Get ready for a spooktacular afternoon of creativity, laughs, and plenty of pumpkin guts. Grab a partner and join us in person for a messy, fun‑filled carving showdown. Our panel of three expert judges from Haunted Overload will be on site to crown the winners. You’ll also get the chance to meet—and snap photos with—the iconic Haunted Overload characters. Our event includes three distinct age divisions to keep things fun, fair, and family‑friendly: 10–18 Years — Ideal for teens looking to participate competitively. Over 18 – Adult category for anyone 19 and older. Adult & Child — A paired category for one adult and one child participating together, with no minimum age required for the child. The winning pumpkins will be featured on prominent display during Haunted Overload’s opening night, October 8. Winning Carvers will get 2 tickets to the Haunted Overload. Don’t miss your chance to carve, compete, and get spooky with us! Get your tickets here

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