Welcome to the
Damariscotta Pumpkinfest & Regatta
Thanks to all who attended, and to everyone who helped make this year another successful festival!
2025 dates are: October 11th –13th
Mark your calendars…
Giant Pumpkins!
Each year, local Maine artists more than meet the challenge of decorating dozens of Atlantic Giant pumpkins that are displayed in downtown Damariscotta and Newcastle during Damariscotta Pumpkinfest & Regatta.
Each pumpkin comes with a story about our tight-knit community - the grower who brought it to us, the business that helped sponsor the festival, and the artist who brings it to creative life. This information can be found on each pumpkin’s display card.
The Pumpkin Drop is back for 2024
Our Mobile App!
We have created a mobile app for both Android and Apple devices so you can have Pumpkinfest details in the palm of your hand.
Access the interactive map, parking info, food options and more. We will also send you notifications to remind you of upcoming events and other important details.
Get the app and keep in touch!
Artist: Ericka O’Rourke
We have a winner!
Congratulations to Ericka O’Rourke for creating the winning tee-shirt design for Pumpkinfest 2024!
Check out the latest Pumpkinfest news and happenings below!
Frequently Asked Questions
Our FAQ page can answer many of your questions.
Interactive Map
Our map is always evolving, check back to see what’s happening. We will include events sites, parking lots, bus stops, bathrooms, first aid and after deployment the location of all the decorated pumpkins. Click on any of the numbered pumpkin locations to view photos of the decorated pumpkins/artist/grower and sponsors. If you would like to look at the pumpkins from past festivals click on the Interactive Map Archive below.