half moon bay

Art & pumpkin festival

Join us at the Half Moon Bay Pumpkin Festival, where we will be spreading awareness about ocean conservation! As you enjoy the incredible displays of giant pumpkins and festive fun, visit our booth to learn how you can help protect marine life and reduce plastic pollution. Let’s work together to keep our oceans clean and vibrant for future generations. See you there for a day of fall fun with a purpose!

We’re also looking for volunteers to help with our annual bike parking at the festival. It’s a fun and meaningful way to support Sea Hugger while encouraging eco-friendly transportation. If you’d like to lend a hand, connect with new people, and be part of our mission, we’d love for you to sign up and join our team!

 
 
 

What is the Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival?

"Celebrate the Great & Almighty Gourd" at the annual Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival! Festival admission is free!

Join in the fabulously festive fun as the World Pumpkin Capital of Half Moon Bay will be bursting out in orange to celebrate its bountiful fall harvest and autumn splendor – our top shelf festival lineup features:

  • A special display and photos with the Rhinoceros-sized weigh-off grand champion mega-gourd to benefit the Cabrillo Education Foundation

  • Smashing non-stop entertainment with stellar live music on stage and street

  • Boo-tiful harvest-inspired fine art and crafts from local Made on the Coast artists and a world-class and diverse lineup of 250 professional artists and fine craftmakers

  • Fabulous homestyle foods served by local community service organizations

  • Delectable delicious drinks including premium wines from Half Moon Bay Winery, seasonal craft beer, pumpkin-infused ales, craft cocktails and Pathwater – 100% responsibly and locally sourced in a reusable aluminum bottle

  • Expert pumpkin carver Farmer Mike sculpting monster pumpkins into amazing one-of-a-kind masterpieces

  • Costume contest (10am in front of the HMB Library at 620 Correas Street) and pie eating contests (2pm on the IDES Grounds)

  • Pumpkin carving for fun (10am on the IDES Grounds)

When is the festival?

The free-admission festival will be held on October 18-19, 2025 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Where can I find secure bicycle and stroller parking?

Sea Hugger is managing the Bike & Stroller Parking as a fundraiser! Bicycle and stroller parking is available in the Straight Wheel Cycling lot located at the corner of Kelly Avenue and Purissima Street, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Suggested donation is $5 per bicycle/stroller.