Barnesville Pumpkin Festival
Visitors can view massive prize-winning pumpkins, agricultural and horticultural displays, and an antique car show drawing hundreds of vehicles. The festival features amusement rides, live musical performances, a giant parade, and the King Pumpkin auction. Attendees can also sample a variety of pumpkin foods and watch or enter contests ranging from pie eating and talent competitions to hog calling and pumpkin rolling.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Ages
All ages
Food & Drink
Visitors can sample pumpkin-based treats from The Pumpkin Wagon alongside homemade soups, Amish noodles, fry pies, burgers, wings, and street vendor fare.
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- Plan alternate travel routes on Saturday afternoon, as Route 800 south and Route 147 East into Barnesville close within city limits for the parade.
- The Giant Pumpkin Parade takes place rain or shine.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if it rains during the parade?
The Giant Pumpkin Parade proceeds rain or shine.
What types of contests are held during the festival?
Competitions include pie baking and eating, talent, a pet show, kiddie tractor pull, tall tales, beard and mustache, hog calling, tobacco spitting, pumpkin rolling, and fiddle, banjo, and mandolin playing.
What kinds of food are available?
Food options include pumpkin-based specialties at The Pumpkin Wagon, homemade soups, Amish noodles, mashed potatoes, fry pies, burgers, wings, and items from street vendors.
How large is the car show?
The antique and classic car show often draws over 500 entries.
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