Keene Pumpkin Festival*
Dates: | Saturday, October 21, 2023 |
Hours: | noon - 8:30pm |
In/Outdoor: | Outdoor |
Cost: | Free |
Category: | Fairs & Festivals |

Each autumn, The Keene Pumpkin Festival brings together thousands of people and families from near and far to share an unforgettable celebration of community.
At the heart of the festival’s popularity is its emphasis on participation. Thousands contribute to the spectacle by bringing their own hand-carved pumpkins. Everyone who carves a pumpkin with their own special face or design adds to the fun.
The Keene Pumpkin Festival has become famous for its status as the holder of the world record for most jack-o-lanterns lit at the same time in one place. But the Keene Pumpkin Festival isn't just about setting records…it’s about bringing people together in a spirit of community and participation.
Registering your Jack o Lantern
Help us create the magic by bringing your own jack-o-lanterns…the more, the merrier! Please follow these easy instructions for registering your pumpkin:
Bring a carved pumpkin and a 3-inch votive candle to Railroad Square in downtown Keene the day before the event (Friday) between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. and log it in at the Log-in Tent…or bring your creation the day of the festival and log it in at one of the seven Official Log-in Tents located at every intersection on Main Street.
Find more pumpkin festivals and jack-o-lantern displays near you in our helpful guide to fall family fun.
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