Seasonal & Holidays

Stillwater's Harvest Fest Brings In 2,500-Pound Pumpkin

"They're so big and they make people happy," said event coordinator Cassie Mclemore. "This event, it just makes people happy."

(CBS News Minnesota)

October 16, 2023

STILLWATER, Minn. — Thousands of people are making an autumnal pilgrimage to the St. Croix River this weekend for a festival known for attracting massive crowds and equally massive gourds.

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The Stillwater Harvest Festival, taking place over a two-day span, boasts vendors, live music and kid-friendly activities. However, the main attraction is pumpkins.

"They're so big and they make people happy," said event coordinator Cassie Mclemore. "This event, it just makes people happy."

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