The Big One -- for pumpkins.
The Keene Pumpkin Festival perhaps began New England's craze for who-can-gather-the-most-jack-o-lanterns in one place. A special Community Night will be held Friday, Oct. 16, with hay rides along Main Street by Stonewall Farm, live music, pumpkin drop-offs, food, and a sneak peek of Saturday's grand finale with one tower lighted. This year marks the 19th Annual Keene Pumpkin Festival, on Oct. 17, where it might be possible to see more than 25,000 jack-o-lanterns lighted at one time. While you're waiting to see what that many pumpkins looks like, the entire family will be entertained with special activities including a costume parade, seed spitting and pie eating contests, live music on three stages, craft booths, lots of food provided by area nonprofits, and much more. The evening ends with a spectacular fireworks display. For more information visit online.
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