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Damariscotta Pumpkinfest events

Overview

The Damariscotta Pumpkinfest in Maine features various traditions, including the Damariscotta Pumpkinfest Regatta, where participants race hollowed-out giant pumpkins down the Damariscotta River using paddle or motor power.

During the 2026 festivities, Elroy Morgan achieved a back-to-back victory by growing a record-breaking pumpkin. His winning entry weighed 1,847 pounds and measured 155.25 inches, setting a new Maine state record for length. This pumpkin was approximately 200 pounds heavier than his winning entry from 2025.

Entities

Elroy Morgan · Lincoln Theater · Damariscotta Pumpkinfest · Damariscotta · Damariscotta River

Timeline

  1. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Elroy Morgan wins Damariscotta Pumpkinfest with record-breaking pumpkin

    Elroy Morgan won the Damariscotta Pumpkinfest with an 1,847-pound pumpkin, setting a new Maine state record for length at 155.25 inches.

  2. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Damariscotta Pumpkinfest Regatta features giant pumpkin races

    The Damariscotta Pumpkinfest Regatta in Maine features participants racing hollowed-out giant pumpkins down the Damariscotta River using both paddle and motor power.

Sources

92moose.fm · koolam.com · wblm.com · wjbq.com