Oct
17
Saturday, October 17, 2026
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
About this event
The Keene Pumpkin Festival is a storied New Hampshire tradition that transforms downtown Keene's Main Street into a glowing display of carved jack-o'-lanterns as the community works toward towers of lit pumpkins. The 2026 festival is set for Saturday, October 17, with festivities building through the afternoon and pumpkins illuminated into the evening. Alongside the signature pumpkin displays, expect food, family activities, and entertainment in a walkable downtown setting. It is a free, all-ages event that draws residents and visitors from around the region for one of the Monadnock region's most iconic fall celebrations.
Event highlights
- Downtown Keene filled with lit carved pumpkins
- Community pumpkin towers as the centerpiece
- Food, entertainment, and family activities
- Afternoon into evening festivities
- Free admission for all ages
Good to know
- Audience
- Families, residents, and regional visitors
- Admission note
- Free to attend
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Organizer
Keene Pumpkin Festival