10th Annual Saratoga Giant PumpkinFest Weigh-Off & Festival of Lanterns by Jodie Fitz
The Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce, the Saratoga Springs City Center, and the Saratoga Farmers’ Market are teaming up once again to host the 10th Annual Saratoga Giant PumpkinFest Weigh-Off this fall!
Pumpkin growers from across the Northeast will bring their biggest and best giant pumpkins to compete for top honors. Visitors can look forward to seeing dozens of massive pumpkins, each one more impressive than the last, at this family-friendly fall tradition.
In addition, the Saratoga Farmers’ Market is hosting their 2nd annual Festival of Lanterns under the pavilions along with pumpkin painting for the kids($).
Mark your calendars: Saturday, September 27th at High Rock Park, Saratoga Springs.
- The market is open from 9am to 1pm
- Festival of Lanterns 9am to 1pm
- Pumpkin Painting (while supplies last) – under the pavilion at the green shed
- Pumpkin judging is located at the parking garage starting at 11am
- Live Music: The Bennett Brothers, Mandolins Too and Natalie Santini
Bring the whole family to enjoy this free community event, explore the pumpkins up close, and celebrate the spirit of fall right here in Saratoga Springs.
Don’t miss out on one of the most anticipated autumn events of the season!
What is the Festival of Lanterns?
The Festival of Lanterns is a fundraising event to benefit the Saratoga Farmers’ Market. Area businesses and individuals have been sponsoring lanterns throughout the season. The market is a 501(c)3 organization and the monies raised help to cover rising administrative costs, free educational programs, workshops and festivals the market hosts that are free to the community. Join the Saratoga Farmers’ Market email list by visiting SaratogaFarmersMarket.org.
Can I still Sponsor a Lantern?
Yes, email manager@saratogafarmersmarket.org or stop by the green shed at High Rock Park during market hours on a Wednesday or Saturday to sponsor a lantern.
This week’s recipe: Cinnamon Apple Pull-Apart Bread
Fall Market News:
- Monday Market Last Day is Monday, October 13th
- Howling Halloween is Saturday, October 25th
- Start of Indoor Holiday/Winter Market Saturday, November 1st at Wilton Mall
The Saratoga Farmers’ Market is open:
Mondays | 2 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Shenendehowa Methodist, Route 146 Clifton Park
Wednesdays | 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Saturdays | 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
High Rock Park, Downtown Saratoga Springs
Find us online at saratogafarmersmarket.org and follow us on Facebook and Instagram @SaratogaFarmersMarket. And, don’t forget to join the market’s FREE weekly newsletter.
