Laconia Pumpkin Festival 2026
Date & Time
Sat Oct 24 2026 at 11:00 am to 10:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Laconia, NH USA | Laconia, NH
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The Laconia Pumpkin Festival is a premier New Hampshire autumn celebration held in downtown Laconia, known for its massive displays of thousands of glowing jack-o'-lanterns. This is a family-friendly community tradition featuring an iconic 34-foot-high pumpkin tower.The festival typically includes:
The "Runaway Pumpkin" 10K & 5K road races.
Live entertainment, including music, laser shows, and "dancing witches."
Family activities like kids' costume parades, a pet parade, and a "zombie walk."
Local food and crafts, with dozens of vendors selling seasonal treats like apple cider donuts.
For 2026, the festival is scheduled for October 23–24, with a "soft opening" on Friday evening followed by the main event on Saturday.
Event Location
Laconia, NH USA, United States
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