West Virginia Pumpkin Festival Celebrates 41st Year with ‘Stars Stripes and Pumpkin Delights’ Theme
The 41st annual West Virginia Pumpkin Festival is underway in Milton. The four-day, family-friendly event, themed 'Stars Stripes and Pumpkin Delights,' features pumpkin-flavored treats, fair foods, and a biggest pumpkin competition, and runs through Sunday.
Charleston Huntington, WV, October 1, 2026 — The 41st annual West Virginia Pumpkin Festival is currently taking place in Milton, West Virginia. This family-friendly event, now in its 41st year, is scheduled to run for four days, concluding on Sunday.
This year’s festival is operating under the theme “Stars Stripes and Pumpkin Delights.” Attendees can expect a variety of seasonal offerings, including an array of pumpkin-flavored treats that align with the event’s theme. In addition to the pumpkin-specific items, traditional fair foods are also available.
A highlight of the festival is the popular biggest pumpkin competition, where participants vie to showcase the largest pumpkin grown. Further details regarding the competition entries or winners have not been provided at this time.
The West Virginia Pumpkin Festival has been a tradition for over four decades, drawing visitors to Milton for its celebratory atmosphere and seasonal activities. The event aims to provide entertainment for families throughout its four-day run.
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