Circleville Pumpkin Show

If you're looking for pumpkins with a flair of homespun Americana, there's no better place to go than to one of the nation's largest pumpkin festivals — the Circleville Pumpkin Show in Circleville (25 miles south of Columbus). The Circleville Pumpkin Show attracts over 400,000 visitors to this small Midwest community of 13,000. Visitors come to see giant pumpkins, parades, entertainment, contests and sample pumpkin-flavored delicacies. This show has been called "The Greatest Free Show on Earth" since admission is free and kicks off with area pumpkin growers vying for the coveted Giant Pumpkin Trophy.

The Circleville Pumpkin Show is filled with family entertainment including live music, several parades each with its own theme, amusement rides and over 400 food booths, games, retail and craft vendors. The show covers more than nine city blocks in downtown Circleville. More than 100,000 pounds of pumpkins, squash and gourds are featured in a large street display. Pumpkin Show welcomes you. Come join the fun.

To explore more Halloween events and activities happening in Columbus, visit the Experience Columbus Halloween hub.