The Grand Pumpkin Growing Contest 2024
Join the Great Pumpkin Challenge at the Matakana Village Farmers’ Market!
For the first time ever, the Matakana Village Farmers’ Market presents the Grand Pumpkin Growing Contest! This is your chance to dazzle, to grow, and to be part of local legend.
Plant NOW to be in for the win! Kickstart your pumpkin journey with seedlings available by gold coin donation at the Matakana Farmers’ Market. Need more options? Atlantic Giant Pumpkin Seeds are at the ready from Kings Seeds, and you can get your hands on Behemoth Giant pumpkin seeds and Atlantic Giant Pumpkin seedlings from Mitre 10 Warkworth. Need a hand with the how-to? Visit Kings Seeds Giant Pumpkin Guide for some giant tips and tricks.
Key Dates to Remember:
Planting Season: Now! Secure your seeds into the soil in October/November.
The Big Weigh-In: 10 am, April 6, 2024, at the Matakana Farmers’ Market. (pumpkins on display on the stage with provided registration forms completed by 9:30am sharp!)
Categories to Triumph:
Heaviest Pumpkin: Go big or go home!
Ugliest Pumpkin: Charm us with the quirky and the odd.
Prettiest Pumpkin: Beauty is, indeed, in the eye of the gourd-holder.
Celebrity Doppelganger Pumpkin: Pumpkin meets pop culture – who’s your veggie twin?
Prizes: Prizes will be announced on the day, but include Matakana Village Gift Cards for all trophy winners plus runner up prizes!
Share your journey: Don’t forget to share your journey with us! Text photos or videos of your pumpkin’s progress to 02108524219, and keep an eye out — we might just showcase your growing prowess on our social channels!
Remember: This isn’t just about growing pumpkins; it’s about growing community. We’ll see you and your pumpkin pals in April!