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What you need to know about the 2023 Circleville Pumpkin Show

If you plan on heading to Circleville this week for their annual pumpkin show, there's a few things to know before you go.

CIRCLEVILLE, Ohio — One of central Ohio’s favorite fall events is returning to Circleville this week.

The Circleville Pumpkin Show kicks off Oct. 18 and will run through Oct. 21. The show hosts two parades every weekday at 3:30 p.m. and 8 p.m.

Families can enjoy amusement rides, games, parades, exhibits and food, including "The World's Largest Pumpkin Pie."

There will also be a weigh-in where visitors will see some of the biggest pumpkins around. Last year’s winner weighed in at 1,837.5 pounds.

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Schedule

Below is a list of highlighted events for this year’s pumpkin show.

Tuesday, Oct. 17

  • 5 - 10 p.m. | Tuesday night preview - concessions and rides

Wednesday, Oct. 18

  • 8:30 - 9 a.m. | Foresman Chimes - Courthouse
  • 9 - 9:15 a.m. | Opening Ceremony - Court & Main St.
  • 9:15 a.m. | Giant Pumpkin Weigh In, Nancy Martin Prettiest Pumpkin Award - Court & Main St.
  • 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. | Parade, Little Miss Pumpkin Show
  • 4 p.m. | Competition Float Judging - Pickaway County Fairgrounds
  • 8 - 9 p.m. | Parade, Miss Pumpkin Show

Thursday, Oct. 19

  • 9 - 11 a.m. | Baby Judging - Pickaway Agriculture and Event Center
  • 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. | Baby Parade
  • 8 - 9 p.m. | Parade of Bands

Friday, Oct. 20

  • 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. | Pet Parade
  • 8 p.m. | Parade of Fraternal & Civic Organizations

Saturday, Oct. 21

  • 9 a.m. | Circleville Classic 5-Mile Run
  • 8 - 9 p.m. | Queen's Parade

To view the complete lineup, click here.

Pumpkin Show Map

Parade Route

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For more information about the Circleville Pumpkin Show, click here.

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