From their website: The Circleville Pumpkin Show, Ohio's Oldest and Largest Festival, and is a member of The Ohio Festivals & Events Association. The first Pumpkin Show was held in 1903. The Circleville Pumpkin Show has always been held on the streets of downtown Circleville. The early shows covered about 3 city blocks and today it covers more than 8 city blocks. The streets are filled with 25-30 Amusement Rides and over 300 Food Booths, Games & Craft Vendors. The Circleville Pumpkin Show attracts over 400,000 visitors (100,000 per day) to this small community of 12,000 people. They come to see the giant pumpkins, the world's largest Pumpkin Pie, parades, entertainment, attractions, and try various pumpkin-flavored delicacies. The Pumpkin Show is Four, Fun-Filled Days of Family Entertainment including Musical Groups, Stage Acts and Band Concerts. Also featured are contests including, Little Miss, Miss Pumpkin Show, Baby, Pumpkin Pie Eating, Pumpkin Toss, Pets, Big Wheel Race, Egg Toss & Hog Calling. Come join us 10a.m. till 11p.m.
