Sycamore Pumpkin Festival
Visitors can view over a thousand decorated entries in the Lions Club pumpkin display situated across the courthouse lawn. The celebration features teen and kiddie carnival rides, multiple craft shows, live entertainment like lumberjack acts and magic shows, and extensive food courts. Festivities also include a pie-eating contest and a grand downtown parade.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Hours
Parade livestream begins at 1PM when the parade gets underway.
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Downtown Sycamore
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Tips & Advice
- Bring bags, buckets, or pillowcases to the parade to gather treats handed out along the street.
- Stay behind the painted chalk line along the parade route so walkers can safely distribute candy.
- Preorder official festival shirts online through Rotaract ahead of time to guarantee your size.
Special Events & Promotions
- The 2026 festival theme is “A Patriotic Pumpkin Festival.”
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the theme for the 2026 festival?
The 2026 theme is “A Patriotic Pumpkin Festival”.
Is candy distributed during the parade?
Yes, parade units have walkers along the route who distribute candy directly to spectators behind the chalk line.
Can the parade be viewed online?
Yes, SpartanTV live streams the parade on its YouTube channel.
What are the rules for the pie-eating contest?
Contenders cannot use their hands and must finish all of the filling to place or win.
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