Keene Pumpkin Festival 2024 in Ontario
Antique car and truck show and lots of pumpkins
Dates: October 19, 2024
Keene Pumpkin Festival is an annual fall-themed event held in the beautiful Ontario countryside every October. The cozy village of Keene, with its rolling hills, is a great backdrop to celebrate all things autumn. The one-day festival starts with the community parade, followed by the great pumpkin weigh-off, with some entries weighing over 1000 lbs.
Events at the Pumpkin Fest
Since its inception in 2007, the Keene Pumpkin Festival has become a cherished event featuring attractions like the pumpkin pyramid, straw bale maze, and a variety of family-friendly activities. Visitors can enjoy axe throwing, interact with Maple the Milking Cow, and participate in raffles. Other highlights include The Antique Car Show and Dog Show, the Kid Zone featuring bouncy castles and face painting, a petting zoo, horse and wagon rides, and entertaining performances by Hot Diggity Dog. Attendees can also explore the mini bale maze, visit the petting zoo, take horse and wagon rides, or watch the lively Hot Diggity Dog performances.
Marketplace
The Keene Pumpkin Festival hosts a vibrant marketplace with various commercial and food vendors, decorated pumpkins, indigenous art displays, and the Lions Pub with live music. So immerse yourself in the country charm and sheer hospitality in Keene, enjoying a fall day outdoors with friends and family!
Hours & Admission
The gates at 1137 Heritage Line will open at 9 a.m. Admission costs $5 per person for ages 13 and over, and $2 per person for ages 12 and under. Visitors are advised to bring cash for entry.
