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During the second week of October, local artists are commissioned to carve GIANT 150 pound pumpkins for all to see under the big-top. Thousands of visitors flocked to see their awesome and spooky handiwork and be part of the fun fall festivities at the most popular fall event in Hopewell Valley – now in its 11th year!

What’s the Carve All About? Think old-fashioned fall festival vibe – but with a twist! The Amazing Pumpkin Carve is four jam-packed days of:

– Mind blowing 150+ pound carved giant pumpkins
– Live music and fire pits with story tellers
– Face and mini-pumpkin painting, fun for the whole family
– Food trucks and new for 2025 – a BEER garden

Proceeds from the Carve are used to support the art-based programming and mission of the Hopewell Valley Arts Council and fund carver honorariums.

Public Hours

Thur Oct 9 7 to 9pm
Fri Oct 10 5 to 9pm
Sat Oct 11 Noon to 9pm
Sun Oct 12 Noon to 7pm

Ticket Prices:

Early Bird Tickets Purchased by September 15, 2025
Adults (18+) $18
Seniors (+65) $13
Youth (5-17) $6
Strollers FREE

Tickets Purchased after September 15, 2025
Adults (18+) $20
Seniors (+65) $15
Youth (5-17) $8
Strollers FREE

Video of the 2024 Pumpkin Carve created by Aspire Studios, one of our Carve sponsors.

LOOKING BACK AT 2024

The 10th Annual 2024 Amazing Pumpkin Carve is over, and what an incredible year it was! The pumpkins were more amazing than ever, and we’re so grateful to everyone who came out to support us. A special thank you to our sponsors, volunteers, and talented artists – you make it all possible. We can’t wait to see you next year!

People's Choice Awards

2024 Pumpkin Gallery

Our 2024 Sponsors

Thank you to the incredible sponsors who make this 10th Annual Amazing Pumpkin Carve possible. Your support allows us to continue celebrating art, creativity, and community spirit. Together, we make this event amazing.

Platinum:

Capital Health
The Morehouse Family

Gold:

Aspire Studios
Delis Landscaping
Harbat Farms
Hopewell Crossing Shopping Center
Lennar
One Compost Can
Princeton Financial Partners – RBC Wealth Management
Trap Rock Industries

Silver:

The Bank of Princeton
BHHS Fox & Roach Realtors – Michelle Needham
Codrington Design
Community News
Ed Groth + Candance McCoy
Global Neurosciences Institute
HM Royal
The Pennington School
MercerMe
NJM Insurance Group
Stellitano Heating & Air Conditioning

Bronze:

Baxter Construction
Buxton Boxes
Dr. Mark McDonough
Harlingen Veterinary Clinic
Johnson Atelier
Morpeth Contemporary
Needle Creek Brewery
Pennington Car Wash
Pennington Quality Market
The Pennington Studio for Dance
Princeton Air
Princeton Friends School
Sue Thompson – Corcoran – Sawyer Smith