Annual Pumpkin Carving Contest
Visitors can admire an array of carved and decorated pumpkins displayed across the park lawn by community members. Entrants compete across multiple creative categories, with judges selecting winners for trophies and prizes. After the contest, entries can either be taken home or placed in the park's garden pumpkin patch for Halloween week.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Tickets
Free admission.
Hours
3–5pm pumpkin drop-off and check-in; 5–5:30pm judging; 5:30pm winner announcements.
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Tribeca
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- Bring your pumpkin already carved or decorated, as carving is not done on site.
- You can leave your pumpkin in the garden pumpkin patch after the event to be displayed through Halloween week.
Special Events & Promotions
- A new Master Blade category is being introduced this season; its winner receives a cash prize.
Links & Contact
Run by The Friends of Washington Market Park
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to enter a pumpkin to attend?
No, community members and families are welcome to simply stop by and enjoy viewing the festive display.
What categories are judged in the contest?
Judges assess entries for most creative, funniest, scariest, cutest, most realistic, and master blade.
What prizes are awarded?
Winners and runners-up receive trophies, and the winner of the master blade category receives a cash prize.
What happens to pumpkins left in the park?
Pumpkins placed in the garden pumpkin patch remain for Halloween week, after which any remaining pumpkins are composted.
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