Pumpkin SMASH
Participants choose a pumpkin from the pile or bring their own, select a smashing tool from an arsenal of mallets, two-by-fours, or baseball bats, and swing away. Smashing implements and personal protective equipment are provided on site. Attendees can also browse raffle baskets with goodies from market vendors or buy parade merchandise.
Sat, Oct 17, 2026
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Plan Your Visit
Tickets
Bring your own pumpkin: $5 per smash; choose a pumpkin from the pile: $10 per smash.
Hours
8:00 am - 12:00 pm.
Location
Tips & Advice
- You can save money by bringing your own pumpkin instead of choosing one from the pile.
- A rain date is scheduled for Saturday, October 24 in case of bad weather.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
What tools and safety gear are provided?
Personal protective equipment (PPE) and smashing implements—including mallets, two-by-fours, and Louisville Slugger bats—are supplied.
Can I bring my own pumpkin?
Yes, you can bring your own pumpkin to smash or choose one from the event's pumpkin pile.
What do the proceeds support?
All proceeds go directly to funding the Portsmouth Halloween Parade.
Are merchandise and raffles available?
Yes, raffle tickets for baskets supplied by market vendors, as well as official parade t-shirts and hoodies, are sold at the event.
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