The 19th annual Pumpkin Chuck returns to Stanbery Park, November 1st from 12-5p!
The Pumpkin Chuck Festival returns for its 19th year on Saturday, November 1, 2025, from 12–5 PM at Stanbery Park (2221 Oxford Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45230). Presented by the Mt. Washington Community Council, this free festival is a one-of-a-kind Cincinnati fall tradition that blends medieval science, family fun, and community spirit.
Launch Pumpkins with a Trebuchet
Families are invited to bring their leftover Halloween pumpkins and send them soaring down Stanbery’s big hill using a trebuchet—a medieval-style catapult that uses a counterweight to hurl objects through the air.
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$5 donation – Launch a random pumpkin.
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$15 donation – Skip the line and chuck your own pumpkin.
(Proceeds benefit the Mt. Washington Community Council.)
Festival Fun Beyond the Chuck
Pumpkin Chuck is more than flying gourds! The festival also features:
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Food trucks including Dead Low Brewing, Sweets & Meats BBQ, Daizie’s Dillas, Funnel Vision, Kabobske, and Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck.
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Craft beer and beverages from local favorites.
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Live music and entertainment throughout the day.
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Family activities in the beautiful fall setting of Stanbery Park.
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Eco-friendly focus with composting, recycling stations, and biodegradable containers.
Pumpkins for Wildlife
After the event, the launched pumpkins stay on the hillside, becoming a seasonal feast for local wildlife. This eco-friendly approach makes the chuck not just fun, but sustainable too.
Why Stanbery Park?
Stanbery Park is a beloved Cincinnati landmark, offering hiking trails, a summer music series, winter sledding, and of course, the famous Pumpkin Chuck. The festival is held annually on the first Saturday after Halloween—making it the perfect way to wrap up spooky season with a family-friendly bang.
📍 Stanbery Park – 2221 Oxford Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45230
🗓 Saturday, November 1, 2025
⏰ 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
🎟 Admission: Free (donations for pumpkin launches encouraged)
Stanbery Park is located at 2221 Oxford Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45230.
Cover image by Meg Vogel.
