Morton Pumpkin Festival

When9/16/2026through 9/19/2026

WhereMorton Pumpkin FestivalMorton, IL

Hosted ByMorton Pumpkin Festival / Morton Chamber of Commerce

CategoryFestivals, Live Events & Performing Arts

About This Event

Morton Pumpkin Festival is one of Illinois' best-known fall events and a natural qMeet fit thanks to its family appeal, parade, entertainment, and connection to the self-proclaimed Pumpkin Capital of the World. The 60th annual edition should draw especially strong crowds and seasonal tourism.

Cost

Festival access is broadly public; food, midway, and specialty event purchases vary.

What to Wear

Comfortable early-fall layers and walking shoes for a busy outdoor festival.

What to Bring

Comfortable shoes, cash/card for food and vendors, and a bag for pumpkin-themed purchases or parade candy.

When & Where

Starts9/16/2026

Ends9/19/2026

RepeatsAnnual

VenueMorton Pumpkin Festival

Meeting SpotDowntown Morton festival area

AddressJefferson St

CityMorton, IL 61550

MapOpen in Google Maps

Driving / Transportation / Parking

Plan on town and festival-area parking with some walking. Parade windows and headline entertainment can make the closest spaces fill early.

Multi-day event — hours may vary by day, so check the description and any official event link.

Who Can Attend

VisibilityPublic — anyone can join

Member LimitNo limit

Est. Attendance100,000 total (40,000 peak day)

Members (0)

No members have RSVP'd yet.

Created & Updated

Created: 4/22/2026 2:44 PM by Admin

Last updated: 7/24/2026 5:01 PM

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