The Great Pumpkin Weigh-Off
Pumpkin growers bring their largest harvest to compete for top honors and titles. Event staff carefully transport the massive giant pumpkins to the scale using forklifts. In addition to the heaviest pumpkin awards, entries are evaluated for special categories including prettiest pumpkin.
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When
Tickets
Irvine Regional Park entrance fee: weekends $5.00 per vehicle. No contestant entry price is stated.
Hours
Starts at 9:00 am; contestants must bring entries by 7:30 am.
Ages
All ages
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Tips & Advice
- Contestants must complete their pre-registration by September 12th.
- Growers entering pumpkins must deliver their entries by 7:30 am.
- Expect a weekend vehicle entrance fee to enter Irvine Regional Park.
Links & Contact
Run by Irvine Park Railroad
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can a contestant enter more than one pumpkin?
No, each contestant is limited to a single entry.
Are contestants required to grow the pumpkins themselves?
Yes, pumpkins must be grown, cared for, and entered by the weigh-off contestant.
How are giant pumpkins handled and moved at the event?
Weigh-off staff safely transport entries across the grounds using a forklift.
How are ties handled for prize money?
In the event of a tie, prize money is distributed equally among the tied parties.
Who determines the winners?
All judging decisions are final in all cases.
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