Great Pumpkin Festival Details Announced In Stratford

STRATFORD, CT — The 2024 Great Pumpkin Festival will take place from 12 noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19, the Town of Stratford and the Boothe Park Commission announced.

The popular festival, which is sponsored by Comcast, will take place on Stratford’s historic Boothe Memorial Park at 5800 Main Street. In the event of inclement weather, the event will take place on Sunday, Oct. 20 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

“Attendees can look forward to circus acts, face painting, a costume parade and contest, a pumpkin carving contest, an inflatable corn maze and more,” officials wrote in a news release. “The many historic and unique buildings on the Boothe Park property will be open to the public. A variety of civic organizations, together with the Boothe Park Commission, will be offering fall-themed treats.”

Cash and Venmo are accepted methods of payment, according to officials.

“The Pumpkin Festival is a fun tradition to celebrate the wonders of the fall season, and I look forward to seeing neighbors and new friends at the festival every year,” Mayor Laura R. Hoydick said. “Come, be reacquainted with our history and enjoy the charm and beauty of Boothe Park. I hope to see you there!”

Parking is available on the field adjacent to the Railway Society.

Pumpkin Carving Contest registration closes at 4 p.m. on Oct. 11.

To apply for the Pumpkin Carving Contest, and for more information, visit www.CelebrateStratford.com.

The Great Pumpkin Festival 2024 Schedule:

12:45 p.m. Can-Do Circus Act followed by roaming juggler and stilt walker

2 p.m. Pumpkin Carving Contest Winners Announced

2:30 p.m. Costume Parade and Contest

3:30 p.m. Last Call to Purchase Tickets