Prospect Pumpkin Festival
Visitors can browse local vendor booths, enjoy food and drink stands, and take part in family games, activities, and music. Event highlights include a car and truck costume parade along Route 69, a dog costume contest, and displays of student-decorated pumpkins and resident scarecrows. Groups can also participate in a team hay bale-rolling race.
Sat, Oct 17, 2026 Official site
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Plan Your Visit
Website / Tickets
Hours
Festival: 4:00pm - 8:00pm; parade starts approximately at 5:45pm; parade participants can start lining up at 5:15pm.
Food & Drink
Food and drink stands are available at the festival.
Parking
Parking is listed at Long River Middle School and behind Town Hall. A free shuttle is available. There is no parking on Center St. Parking at the Fire Station is permitted after the parade.
Pets
Dogs are permitted but must be on a leash; the page also invites visitors to bring leashed pets.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Bring cash, as there are no ATMs located on the festival grounds.
- Park behind Town Hall or at Long River Middle School and ride the free shuttle; parking on Center Street is strictly prohibited.
- Well-behaved dogs are welcome to join the festivities but must be kept on a leash at all times.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are dogs allowed at the festival?
Yes, dogs are permitted as long as they are kept on a leash. Pet owners can also enter their dogs into a Halloween costume contest.
Are there ATMs available on site?
No, there are no ATMs on the festival grounds, though local banks are located nearby.
What is the Team Haybale Race?
It is a hay bale-rolling competition for teams of four participants ages 16 and older competing for a cash prize.
How does the scarecrow contest work?
The Town provides scarecrows to residents, inviting them to dress them up and enter for a chance to win prizes for the best costume.
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