Pumpkin Invasion

10/10/2026

Congratulation to Ron Wallace on breaking the 3,000 lb. mark with a new world record 3,156 lb. pumpkin!!

10/04/2026

10/04/2026

What an incredible weekend at Pumpkin Invasion in downtown Lima! 🎃✨

A massive thank you to our amazing community for coming out to celebrate with us. Events like this wouldn't be possible without our unbelievable sponsors, who help keep the magic alive every single year.

To our legendary carvers, thank you for sharing your mind-blowing talent and transforming ordinary pumpkins into spectacular works of art. And to our dedicated volunteers, your hard work behind the scenes made everything run so smoothly from start to finish.

We are so grateful for everyone who joined in, grabbed a drink, placed a bid, or helped spread the word. Thank you for making this year another unforgettable success! 🍂🧡

10/04/2026

And the winner is….

Pumpkin Invasion newcomer Daniel Miller has been named the 2026 Champion 🏆

10/03/2026

Get in your last minute bids! Auction ends at 7pm. Still plenty of pumpkins available at only $5!

10/03/2026

What a beautiful day for Pumpkin Invasion in downtown Lima! ☀️🍁

The weather is perfect, live music is playing, and we’ve got free activities set up for the kids all day long!

Be sure to watch our amazing carvers in action before the live carving competition wraps up at 8:00 PM. While you're here, you can support the festival by checking out the silent pumpkin auction, grabbing a cold drink at the b**r tent, or buying some 50/50 tickets!

Come hang out with us and enjoy the day! Please like and share! 🎃✨

10/03/2026

Come check out our vendors in the Amphitheater and catch the Ohio State game on the big screen at 3:30!

10/03/2026

Day 2 of the Pumpkin Invasion starts now!

10/03/2026

🚨AUCTION CLOSED🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨

🎃 PUMPKIN SILENT AUCTION 🎃

Take home a piece of artwork carved by our amazing celebrity carvers and help support next year’s event!

How to Bid:
1. Comment your bid directly under the photo of your favorite pumpkin.
2. Bids increase in $5 increments.
3. Bidding closes TODAY (10/3) at 7:00 PM.
4. Pick up & pay at the Pumpkin Invasion B**r Tent tonight, Saturday, Oct 3, between 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Cash & Card accepted.

Important Notes:
🏋️ Weight: Some pumpkins weigh up to 75 lbs! Please bring a wagon or a friend to help transport your prize.
🍂 Longevity: Real pumpkins are perishable, so carving longevity varies.

Happy bidding and thanks for your support! Please Like & Share! 🎃✨

05/11/2026

🎃 WE WANT YOU! 🎃

Our 2026 Pumpkin Invasion is shaping up to be incredible, but there are a few missing pieces to our autumn puzzle! Our food slots are officially FULL, so we are pivoting our search to find the best makers and creators in the region.

Are you a master of your craft? We are looking for:
✨ Home & Fall Decor (Everything cozy!)
✨ Woodworking (Furniture, signs, or art)
✨ Pet Accessories (For our four-legged festival fans!)
✨ Kids Activities & Games (Help us keep the little ones smiling!)
✨ Handmade Goods (If you make it, we want to see it!)

Help us make this year’s Invasion the biggest one yet!

⚠️ VENDOR SAFETY NOTE:
To keep our community safe from scammers, please note that the only account that will respond to you is the official Pumpkin Invasion page. We will never ask for payment via Venmo or PayPal in the Facebook comments.

📧 To apply or for more info, please send all inquiries directly to:
[email protected]