Welcome to the Damariscotta Pumpkinfest & Regatta
2025 dates are: October 10th –13th
Mark your calendars…
Giant Pumpkins!
Each year, local Maine artists more than meet the challenge of decorating dozens of Atlantic Giant pumpkins that are displayed in downtown Damariscotta and Newcastle during Damariscotta Pumpkinfest & Regatta.
Each pumpkin comes with a story about our tight-knit community - the grower who brought it to us, the business that helped sponsor the festival, and the artist who brings it to creative life. This information can be found on each pumpkin’s display card.
2025 T-Shirt Design Contest
Final call to Artist!
Would you like to see your design featured on the T-Shirts for the 2025 Damariscotta Pumpkinfest & Regatta? The deadline is May 15th so don’t wait! Submit your design today and you could win $500! Click the link below for more details
New Event for 2025
5K Road/Trail Race
Run alongside the Pumpkins in our 1st Annual 5K, Stay tuned for more details….
Check out the latest Pumpkinfest news and happenings below!
Frequently Asked Questions
Our FAQ page can answer many of your questions.
Interactive Map
Our map is always evolving, check back to see what’s happening. We will include events sites, parking lots, bus stops, bathrooms, first aid and after deployment the location of all the decorated pumpkins. Click on any of the numbered pumpkin locations to view photos of the decorated pumpkins/artist/grower and sponsors. If you would like to look at the pumpkins from past festivals click on the Interactive Map Archive below.