The Giant Pumpkin Parade is held on Saturday, September 23, 2023 at 1:00pm, rain or shine. We would be pleased to have any bands, businesses, horses, church groups, clubs or other organizations that wish to participate in this popular annual event.

No entry fee is required. Pre-registration is preferred and forms can be downloaded from our website or they may be picked up at the Barnesville Chamber of Commerce office or Woodsfield Savings Bank.

Pumpkin trophies are awarded to Best Float, Best Group, Best Horse/Rider(s), Best Horse Drawn, Best Royalty, Best Tractor, Best Pumpkin Theme, Best Car and Unique.

Calling all bands in the area to participate for special awards!


All parade inquiries, please call or text: Helen Carpenter: 740-425-3000 x2315 or 740-391-1142; Tracey Craig: 740-472-1641 x2220 or 740-213-1211.

2022 Parade Entry Form