PUMPKINFEST
Thursday - Saturday, October 1 - 3
Sponsored by:
AVENUE OF ART WALKING TOUR
Thursday, October 1st | 6pm
(Starts at Tripelroot)
Several artists in the community have been working hard on rodeo themed wooden structures that will be displayed on Main Street downtown Zeeland September 24th-October 4th. Want to meet the artists and hear the story behind their inspiration? Join us for the 4th annual Avenue of Art Walking Tour! The tour leaves from Tripelroot promptly at 6pm and is free for all to join!
KIDZFEST
Friday, October 2nd | 11am-7pm
Inflatables, barrel train rides, petting zoo, carnival games, face painting, and live performances are just some of the many things to do during this event! There is something for everyone and the best thing is that it is all FREE!
Interested in giving back to the community? Come celebrate with us by hosting a kid friendly booth during KIDZFEST. Click the link below to sign up!
TRACTOR PULL
Friday, October 2nd | 3pm Registration, 4pm Pull
(Main Street in front of Post Office)
Children ages 3-12pm are invited to test their tractor pulling skills! Registration starts at 3pm at the corner of Church & Main in front of the Post Office and the pull starts at 4pm! Skip the line and fill out the registration form ahead of time, print, and bring it with you to the event! Thank you to Zeeland Farm Services for sponsoring this amazing event!
Line Dancing with LDJ Entertainment
Friday, October 2nd | 5-7pm
(Main Street)
Join us on Main Street for an unforgettable evening of line dancing under the stars! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a complete beginner, everyone is welcome to join in the fun. Grab your boots and get ready to kick up your heels—no experience needed! Don’t miss out on the perfect opportunity to dance, laugh, and connect with the community! This is a FREE event!
PUMPKINFEST CORN HOLE TOURNAMENT
Friday, October 2nd | 5-7pm
(Main Street)
18 Yr Olds+
Grab a partner and join us for our Pumpkinfest Adult-Child Cornhole Tournament! This will be a round-robin tournament that will be played outdoors on Main Street in downtown Zeeland during the City of Zeeland’s “Pumpkinfest” event. Each team will play every other team in the tournament one time. The team with the best win-loss record at the end of the tournament wins a trophy + gift card to a local restaurant! The children will compete against each other on one side while the adults will compete against each other on the opposite board. Participants should sign up as a team.
Vintage Tractor Display
Friday, October 2nd | 4-7pm
(Main Street)
Join us on Friday on Main Street for a spectacular showcase of vintage tractors, featuring an impressive collection brought to you by the West Michigan Vintage Tractor Club. This event promises to be a celebration of agricultural history, highlighting beautifully restored and maintained tractors from various eras. Bring your family and friends to explore these remarkable pieces of machinery, learn about their significance, and enjoy a day filled with nostalgia and community spirit. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to appreciate the artistry and engineering of these classic vehicles!
PUMPKINFEST 5K
Saturday, October 3rd | 8:30am
This is a community Fun Run for all ages. Come support your local Zeeland Athletic Boosters. The 100 yard dash or 1/2 mile fun run for kids takes place starting out front of Zeeland West High School by the Main Office entrance. The 5K starts and ends at the Zeeland West High School Main Office entrance, after winding through the beautiful Zeeland school properties. Help us celebrate the Zeeland Pumpkinfest by joining in this safe closed course. Awards for the kids runs will be given out on the course. Awards for the 5k run will be given out in the Zeeland West Cafeteria at the completion of the race. Come enjoy refreshments (including cookies from the Holland Cakery) after the race.
KIDZFEST
Saturday, October 3rd | 12-3pm | 4-6pm
Inflatables, barrel train rides, petting zoo, carnival games, face painting, and live performances are just some of the many things to do during this event! There is something for everyone and the best thing is that it is all FREE!
Interested in giving back to the community? Come celebrate with us by hosting a kid friendly booth during KIDZFEST. Click the link below to sign up!
ZEELAND COMMUNITY BAND CONCERT
Saturday, October 3rd | 11am
Don't miss this incredible performance by the Zeeland Community Band Group! Public Welcome!
MELLYPOP PUPPET PERFORMANCE
"SPOOKY TALES WITH QUINT & MELLY
Saturday, October 3rd | 11am
Don't miss this incredible performance by the Zeeland Community Band Group! Public Welcome!
Line Dancing with LDJ Entertainment
Saturday, October 3rd | 11:30am-1:30pm
(Main Street)
Join us on Main Street for an unforgettable evening of line dancing under the stars! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a complete beginner, everyone is welcome to join in the fun. Grab your boots and get ready to kick up your heels—no experience needed! Don’t miss out on the perfect opportunity to dance, laugh, and connect with the community! This is a FREE event!
THE GREAT B.Y.O.P. PUMPKIN ROLL
Saturday, October 3rd | 12pm
(Zeeland Christian School @ 334 West Central Ave)
SPONSORED BY: Lenz Balder Insurance
Ready to put your rolling skills to the test? Have that perfect pumpkin?! Bring it on down to the big Zeeland Christian Hill on Saturday afternoon. This event, sponsored by Lenz Balder Insurance, will be sure to put a smile on your face!
PUMPKINFEST PET SHOW CONTEST
Saturday, October 3rd | 1pm
(Corner of Church & Main)
Adorable pets, matching costumes, prizes...what's NOT to love? Please join Chow Hound on Saturday for an amazing event that even our furry friends will love! A huge thank you to Chow Hound of Holland for sponsoring this event again this year! Want to skip the line and fill out your entry form ahead of time? Click below:
PUMPKINFEST PARADE
Saturday, October 3rd | 3pm
Whether you are interested in being in the parade or just spectating, we want YOU! Mark your calendars today for October 3, 2026! This is one you won't want to miss!
PUMPKIN PIE EATING CONTEST
Saturday, October 3rd | 5pm
(Corner of Church & Main)
Love PUMPKIN PIE? Dessert for Dinner? Prizes? If you answered YES to any of these questions then this is the contest for you! No registration required-just an appetite! Thank you to Zeeland Community Preschool for sponsoring this event!
ENTERTAINMENT TENT
Friday, October 2nd - Saturday, October 3rd
(Cherry Street Parking Lot between Elm & Church)
The Pumpkinfest Entertainment Tent is back by popular demand and hosts a pretty cool lineup of music and events. More info to come soon!
Pumpkinfest Sponsors
GOLD SPONSOR
SILVER SPONSOR
BRONZE SPONSOR
IN-KIND SPONSOR
Lenz Balder Insurance
Zeeland Community Preschool
