Giant Pumpkins return to Central Market Saturday
Tuesday, October 6, 2015
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| 2011 Weigh In Photo by Steve Robinson |
Pumpkin growers from all around the Pacific NW and Canada will gather in the parking lot to show off their pumpkins that range anywhere from 500 to more than 1,000 pounds.
They will be competing for bragging rights and a $2,000 check. This will be an exciting day of prizes for many of the contestants and a carving demonstration from a local Master Carver.
During the weigh-off, family and friends can partake in the Pumpkin Bratwurst Barbecue, caramel apples, free hot cider and free hay rides.
The pumpkins are carefully weighed using a net system, a forklift, and are gently placed on a giant scale provided by the Pacific Northwest Giant Pumpkin Growers organization.
2013 brought us a record for this event at 1666lbs, last year’s winner broke 1,500 lbs, and we’re sure to see some giant ones this year. Pumpkins are entered through the Pacific Northwest Giant Pumpkin Growers organization
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