Pumpkintown USA

Hampton, CT

Pumpkintown USA
• Address: 93 E High St, East Hampton, CT 06424
• State: Connecticut
• Website: www.pumpkintown.com

Overview:
Part fall attraction, part roadside oddity, Pumpkintown is a handmade village full of pumpkin-headed townsfolk. It’s been a family tradition in East Hampton since the early ’90s—and it’s every bit as weird and wonderful as it sounds.

Why It’s Worth a Stop:
Hop on the hayride through the woods and wave at the pumpkin mayor, the postman, the diner cook—even the local jailbirds. It’s silly, photogenic, and full of cider, donuts, and Halloween charm. And if you can’t get enough of the Pumpkinheads, come back for The Christmas Ride, when the forest gets a holiday makeover and the Pumpkin residents stick around for the season.

What to Know Before You Go:
• Fall season runs late September through Halloween.
• The Christmas Ride opens Thanksgiving weekend and runs on select days through New Year’s Eve.
• Tickets go fast—book in advance, especially for weekends.
• Most activities are outdoors—check the forecast and bundle up.
• Costumes welcome (but not required).

Fun Fact:
Each Pumpkinhead character has their own job, backstory, and personality. There’s even a full pumpkin fire department—and yes, they decorate for the holidays too.