Pumpkin Carving Contest For Basking Ridge Residents

BASKING RIDGE, NJ — Put your creative juices to the test as Bernards Township is hosting a pumpkin carving contest.

The contest will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 26 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. and residents must be registered by Wednesday, Oct. 19. It is free enter for ages 8 to adult.

Carved pumpkins should be brought to Dunham Park between 4 and 5 p.m.

Age Categories:

• 8-12 years old;
• 13-17 years old;
• 18+ years old

Trophies and Pumpkin treats will be given to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners in each category. There will also be a fan favorite. Pumpkins will be judged on creativity, level of difficulty, and execution.

Residents can register online or at the Parks & Recreation Department located at the Municipal Building, 1 Collyer Lane, Basking Ridge.

Contest Rules/Reminders:

• Entries must be registered for the contest by Oct. 19 by 4 p.m.
• Adults may offer assistance; however, children should do most of the work.
• 1 pumpkin per participant.
• Pumpkin design must be suitable for children and families.
• No props can be used (other than small accessories as part of the design).
• Pumpkin size cannot exceed 18 inches tall by 18 inches wide.
• Patterns can be used.
• Bernards Township Recreation will provide lights for pumpkins (please bring top of pumpkin).
• Pumpkins must be picked up between 7 and 7:30 p.m. after the event is over.

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