The Norwich Pumpkin Festival originated in 1999 after several families from the Norwich area attended another popular Pumpkin Festival in Keene, NH.  This group of individuals was inspired to bring a similar event to their hometown in Norwich, New York.  The primary goal of the event is to bring families together for FREE activities and entertainment during the two-day Festival.

Schools, clubs, businesses, organizations and families are all encouraged to participate by carving pumpkins to put on display on our impressive scaffolding throughout the parks and downtown in Norwich.  Although the organizers have suffered more than their fair share of rainy, cold and even snowy weather during the Festival throughout the years, this event continues to be the highlight of the fall season for many people - young and old alike!