Operation Pumpkin Lil' Miss Punkin' Contest

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Over 100 Artisan and Food Vendors

Registration for the 2026 Lil' Miss Punkin' Contest is coming soon!

Lil' Miss Punkin' Contest - Sunday, October 11th.

Contestants will be judged on their poise, personality, and appearance.

There will be one winner selected for each age group - 3- 5 year olds and 6 - 8 year olds.*

When is the contest?

Judging will take place on

Sunday, October 11, 2025, @ 11:00 a.m.

Contestants should check in at the Hometown Stage on South 3rd Street. Please Note:  Judging will take place on the same day as the festival.

When will the winners be announced?

Winners will be crowned at

Operation Pumpkin Festival on

Sunday, October 11 @ 1 p.m. (after the Pet Parade) on the Main Stage.

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For more information, email operationpumpkinlilmiss@yahoo.com with any questions. 

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