Illustration of a pumpkin patch full of orange pumpkins with two small farmers, red wheelbarrows and a farm stand (Vermont Pumpkin Chuckin' Festival)

Vermont Pumpkin Chuckin' Festival

Visitors watch amateur builders and teams launch pumpkins for distance using do-it-yourself, gravity-powered trebuchets across multiple competitive rounds. The festival grounds feature a craft fair with local artisans, food trucks, and live music performances. Guests can also sample entries in a chili cookoff contest or watch an invitational volleyball tournament.

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Plan Your Visit

Website / Tickets

gostowe.com

When

Ages

All ages

Food & Drink

Visitors can purchase food from on-site food trucks and sample entries in the chili cookoff contest, but no alcohol is served and outside food or drinks are not permitted.

Accessibility

Handicap parking is available.

Going?

Location

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Stowe Events Field · 120 Weeks Hill Rd, Stowe, Vermont 05672 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (1/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (5/5)

Best For

Families and fans of quirky diy engineering

Vibe

Quirky, festive, and energetic

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Admission is cash only, though an ATM is available on site.
  • No seating is provided, so bring your own small folding lawn chairs or blankets.
  • Outside food, beverages, coolers, and dogs are not allowed, but bottled water is permitted.

Links & Contact

Run by Go Stowe

Website / Tickets Contact

Halloween Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their contact page.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I bring my dog or pet?

Dogs are not permitted, but service animals, turtles, and tortoises are allowed.

Can I bring outside food and drinks?

No outside food, beverages, picnic baskets, or coolers are permitted, but bottled water is allowed.

Is alcohol sold or allowed at the event?

No alcohol is served, and outside alcohol is strictly prohibited.

What happens if I enter the Chili Cookoff?

Anyone who enters the Chili Cookoff receives free festival admission by bringing two gallons of chili in a crockpot by 11:30 AM.

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