Milford Pumpkin Festival 2024: Celebrate 35 Years of Fall Fun in NH!

Milford Pumpkin Festival 2024: A Celebration of 35 Years

Join us in Milford, New Hampshire, for the 35th annual Milford Pumpkin Festival, a beloved fall tradition taking place from October 11th to 13th, 2024. This three-day event is packed with fun activities, live music, delicious food, and much more, all set against the beautiful backdrop of autumn in New England.

Link: https://www.milfordpumpkinfestival.org/

Event Highlights:

Dates and Times:

• Friday, October 11th: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
• Saturday, October 12th: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
• Sunday, October 13th: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Location: Milford, NH (various venues including The Oval, Emerson Park, and Community House Lawn)

Opening Ceremony & Citizen of the Year Presentation:

• Friday, October 11th: 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM, Oval Stage

Music and Entertainment:

Live Music on Two Stages: Enjoy performances from local bands and artists throughout the festival on the Oval Stage and Community House Lawn Stage. Highlights include:

• Friday Night: Glitter Tooth, Murphy-Clark, Faith Ann, Rabbits Foot
• Saturday: Justin Cohn, Paul Driscoll, Swipe Left, Pop Farmers, Ballou Bros Band
• Sunday: Jayden Arpin, Fox & The Flamingos, The Slakas

Special Performances:

• Dance Team from Boys & Girls Club of Souhegan Valley: Saturday, October 12th, 11:45 AM – 12:30 PM
• Imari & The Sahara Dancers: Saturday, October 12th, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Family-Friendly Activities:

Haunted Trail: Emerson Park, Friday and Saturday evenings Pumpkin Painting, Scarecrow Making, and Face Painting: Community House Lawn, Saturday and Sunday Bounce Houses and Games: Emerson Park, all weekend Artisans & Crafters Market: On The Oval and inside the Historic Town Hall, all weekend

Food and Drink:

Food Vendors: Enjoy a variety of delicious foods from local vendors on The Oval and Middle Street by Town Hall. Beer, Wine & Spirits Tasting: Community House Lawn, Friday and Saturday nights, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM (tickets required)

Special Events:

Pumpkin Carving & Lighting Display: Saturday, October 12th, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM, with lighting at 6:00 PM Rubber Duck Race: Sunday, October 13th, 1:00 PM at Stone Bridge Pumpkin Catapult: Railroad Pond, Saturday and Sunday Star Gazing & Solar Observing: Keyes Memorial Park, Friday and Saturday evenings

Location:

Located in the charming town of Milford, NH, this festival is easily accessible from nearby communities including Nashua, Manchester, and the greater Southern New Hampshire area. Whether you’re a local resident or visiting from afar, the Milford Pumpkin Festival offers something for everyone.

Volunteer Opportunities:

Join us as a volunteer and be part of this exciting event! Various positions and time slots are available. Sign Up Here

Don’t Miss Out:

Celebrate the fall season and 35 years of the Milford Pumpkin Festival with your family and friends. Enjoy live music, delicious food, fun activities, and much more. Rain or shine, the festival will go on, creating unforgettable memories for all attendees.

For more information and updates, visit Milford Pumpkin Festival or follow us on social media.