Auburn Community Harvest Festival

October 19, 2024, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Recreation Park
123 Recreation Drive
Auburn, CA
Free, auburnrec.com

Live music, giant pumpkin contest, scarecrow contest, arts and crafts booths showcasing local artisans and a costume contest and parade for all ages are part of the fun at the Harvest Festival.  Bring the whole family to this Fall celebration.

 Approx. Schedule and information

• 9:30 a.m. Giant Pumpkin Weighing Begins
• 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Judging for the Scarecrow Contest  Performance 
• 12:30 p.m. Giant Pumpkin Awards
• 1-4 p.m. Bob Woods Trio concert
• 1:30 p.m. Costume Parade Gathers at Bocce Courts
• 2 p.m. Costume Parade led by the Sugar Plump Fairies; Voting on People's Choice Scarecrow Ends
• 3 p.m. Scarecrow Contest Awards
   

There are carnival games and pony rides for kids, food and vendor booths hosted by local nonprofits and Sugar Plump Fairies are out in friendly force for wholesome activities that cater to the entire family. 

ENTERTAINMENT:
Amazing Kids Area
Bounce Houses, climbing wall, rides and much more
Free Live Music
Arts & Crafts Vendors
Food
 
CONTESTS
Scarecrow Contest 
Giant Pumpkin Contest with thousands of dollars in prize money! Heftiest Pumpkin $1000 | Biggest Placer Grown $500 Bonus
Family Recipe Contest

SCARECROW CONTEST
Group: Scarecrows created with adult oversight of a group of children (age restriction).
Open: This is for either individual or group creation.
People's Choice: All scarecrows are eligible regardless of category. Public in attendance may vote for their favorite. Top vote getter is the
People's Choice.
CASH PRIZES: Open Winner  $500 | Group/Youth Winner  $100 | People's Choice $500
 
COSTUME CONTEST & PARADE 1 p.m. with parade at 2 p.m.
Prizes for best costumes in multiple age groups:
Most Frightening
Best Disney Themed
Best Homemade
Most Original
Best Pet Costume
 

Events are not guaranteed. It is your responsibility to confirm before going.