The Great Downtown Pumpkin Festival
Saturday, September 19 | 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Main Street Square to Memorial Park
Get ready to experience the ultimate autumn celebration! The Great Downtown Pumpkin Festival is not only the biggest annual event in Downtown Rapid City but a beloved tradition that embodies the heart and soul of the fall season. From Main Street Square to Memorial Park, this festival is a sprawling celebration that has something for everyone.
From 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., The Great Downtown Pumpkin Festival brings to life a variety of festive fall fun. Shop from dozens of local vendors, taste your way through the creations of local food trucks, and participate in all the pumpkin-themed fun. Those 21 and older can cap off their day by joining the Pumpkin Pub Crawl through Downtown Rapid City. This event is free, family-friendly, and the greatest way to kick-off the fall season in Rapid City.
Event Fun & Festivities
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How much does it cost to attend The Great Downtown Pumpkin Festival?
The Great Downtown Pumpkin Festival is free to attend, with select activities available for purchase.
- Jumping Castles: $12
- 4 Buck Chuck : $4
- Pumpkin Painting: $5
- KidZone Pass: $15 includes jumping castles, 4 buck chuck, and pumpkin painting
What kid friendly activities are at The Great Downtown Pumpkin Festival?
The Great Downtown Pumpkin Festival in Rapid City is full of kid friendly activities including: pumpkin painting, jumping castles, face painting, pumpkin chucking entertainment, and more!
Who creates the pumpkin catapults for The Great Downtown Pumpkin Festival?
That pumpkin catapults that send pumpkins flying across Memorial Park are creating by students at South Dakota Mines in Rapid City. This event is proudly sponsored by South Dakota Mines and Respec.
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