Halloween Pumpkin Carving Contest · Starts October 1st · $500 in prizes
Oct 3, 2026FreeKids ages 5-8 and 9-12

Black Gold Walnut Festival Kids Pumpkin Carving Contest

Oregon County Courthouse lawn · Alton, Missouri

Details

Date
Oct 3, 2026
Time
Begins at 10 AM
Where
Oregon County Courthouse lawn
Alton, MO 65606
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Entry
Free
Prizes
1st, 2nd and 3rd place in each age category
Open to
Kids ages 5-8 and 9-12
Organizer
Alton Chamber of Commerce
Rules
Carving is done on site; all supplies provided.

About this contest

A free kids pumpkin carving contest held on the courthouse lawn during Alton's Black Gold Walnut Festival. Supplies are provided and prizes go to the top three in each age group.

Compiled from the original listing (altonmo.com), checked Sep 28, 2026. Dates and details can change, so always confirm with the organizer or event website before heading out. Spot a problem? Let us know.

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