Frostburg PumpkinFest
Schedule
Sat Sep 28 2024 at 11:00 am to 05:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Downtown Frostburg, Md | Frostburg, MD
Get ready for an unforgettable autumn day at the first annual Frostburg PumpkinFest, set for Saturday, September 28, 2024, from 11 AM to 5 PM. Hosted by the Frostburg Green Team, the City of Frostburg, FrostburgFirst, and the University of Maryland Extension Office, this year’s PumpkinFest will be held alongside FrostburgFirst’s Annual Cider Crawl, creating a dynamic day of festive fun and flavor.PumpkinFest Highlights:
• STEM Activity: Punkin’ Chunkin’ Catapult Building
Build and launch your own catapult with the Children’s Literature Centre in the Armstrong Insurance garage. Aim for a prize by launching your mini pumpkin 50 feet!
• Pumpkin Growing Contest
Show off your gardening skills with the Allegany County Master Gardeners. Categories include largest pumpkin, most unique, and decorated/carved pumpkins. The decorated category will feature three tiers: kids (up to grade 5), teens (grades 6-12), and adults (ages 18+). Drop off your pumpkins from 9-11 AM, with judging starting at noon.
• Mini Pumpkin Bowling
Kids can enjoy a round of pumpkin bowling with the Rise & Shine 4H Club in the Armstrong Insurance garage, perfect for younger children.
• Downtown Pumpkin Scavenger Hunt
Join the scavenger hunt throughout downtown Frostburg and uncover hidden surprises!
• Window Decorating Contest
Vote for your favorite window display among local businesses and help them win a special prize!
• Pumpkin Craft
Get creative at the Frostburg Library’s pumpkin craft session, perfect for families and children.
Simultaneous Cider Crawl:
While you enjoy PumpkinFest, take advantage of FrostburgFirst’s Annual Cider Crawl, which will also be taking place throughout the day. Sample a variety of harvest-themed treats, and explore Frostburg’s vibrant downtown area as part of this delightful tasting event.
Mark your calendars for September 28 and join us in Frostburg for a day of pumpkin-themed fun and cider-sipping enjoyment. For more details, visit www.downtownfrostburg.com or https://www.frostburgcity.org/bc-greenteam/page/pumpkinfest or contact Bethany Fife at 301-689-6000, ext. 110.
We look forward to celebrating fall with you and making this an unforgettable day for the whole family!
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About the Partners:
• Frostburg Green Team – The Frostburg Green Team is a nonpartisan group of City staff, elected officials, and community members who work together to incorporate sustainable initiatives into Frostburg’s civic services.
• City of Frostburg – The City of Frostburg is committed to enhancing the quality of life for both residents and visitors.
• FrostburgFirst – FrostburgFirst is a 501(c)3 nonprofit dedicated to developing and fostering a prosperous, vibrant, sustainable, and resilient designated Frostburg Main Street Community.
• University of Maryland Extension of Allegany County – The Allegany County UME faculty and staff provide a broad range of outreach through workshops, seminars, classes, clinics, newsletters, consultations, and media efforts. University programs, activities, and facilities are available to all without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin, political affiliation, physical or mental disability, religion, protected veteran status, genetic information, personal appearance, or any other legally protected class.
For more information, contact:
Bethany Fife
Director of Community Development, City of Frostburg
301-689-6000, ext. 110
[email protected]
www.frostburgcity.org
