Manchester Pumpkin Carving Contest Entry Deadline
Thu, Oct 16
|Manchester Vermont Visitor Center
Manchester Pumpkin Carving Contest Calling All Carvers from Near and Far! The Town of Manchester and the Manchester Business Association are thrilled to announce the return of the Annual Pumpkin Carving Contest, happening Saturday, October 18 — and you’re invited to join the fun!


Time & Location
Oct 16, 2025, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Manchester Vermont Visitor Center, 74 Depot St, Manchester Center, VT 05255, USA
About the event
Manchester Pumpkin Carving Contest
Calling All Carvers from Near and Far! The Town of Manchester and the Manchester Business Association are thrilled to announce the return of the Annual Pumpkin Carving Contest, happening Saturday, October 18 — and you’re invited to join the fun!
Whether you’re a local or visiting from across the region, this is your chance to show off your carving skills, creativity, and Halloween spirit. Enter as many carved pumpkins as you’d like! Prizes will be awarded across age groups and special categories like Spookiest Pumpkin and Most Creative Pumpkin. Thanks to the generosity of local businesses, you’ll be carving for a frightfully fun selection of prizes!
Pre-Registration is Required and Registration closes Thursday, October 16(Yes, that’s before the drop-off date — don’t miss it!)
Pumpkin Drop-OffFriday, October 17 or Saturday, October 18Between 10:00 AM – 3:00 PMManchester Visitor Center, 74 Depot Street
This contest is open…
