There’s probably no symbol that’s more synonymous with autumn than the trusty pumpkin. That instantly recognizable orange gourd is everywhere this time of year. On doorsteps, in front yards, and in your coffee! And of course, as we approach Halloween, pumpkins will be turned into works of art. In the southwestern New Hampshire city of Keene, there’s one fall harvest festival that puts on a stunning display of pumpkin art that also celebrates community.

Keene's Pumpkin Fest began in 1991 as part of a harvest festival. The mission was to bring new life and vitality to downtown Keene.
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As the event grew and became more well-known, the appeal to carve a pumpkin in an attempt to break a world record was apparent.
Keene Pumpkin Fest/Facebook
The Pumpkin Fest has no ulterior motive other than bringing the community together to participate in a mutual event.
Keene Pumpkin Fest/Facebook

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In 2013, the event set a world record for having a whopping 30,581 jack-o'-lanterns lit and on display all at once.
Keene Pumpkin Fest/Facebook
Over its lifetime, the event has won a total of eight world records for most pumpkins lit in one location.
Keene Pumpkin Fest/Facebook
Pumpkin Fest briefly moved away from Keene to the Lakes Region town of Laconia for a few years, but returned to Keene in 2017.
Keene Pumpkin Fest/Facebook
In addition to the stunning display of pumpkins, the festival also features live entertainment, trick-or-treating, vendors, and a costume parade.
Keene Pumpkin Fest/Facebook

For more information on this classic New Hampshire fall harvest festival, visit the Keene Pumpkin Fest website and be sure to follow Keene Pumpkin Fest on Facebook for the latest updates.

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