ARTISTS & BAKERS: Want to win some dough

If you're a chef, a baker, or an artist of any medium - this could be the year you take home a GIANT (as in 'Pumpkin Festival!') prize! There's still time to register for these contests:

Teen Baker Contest

Ages: 13-17 | Entry: FREE

The rules are simple: bake a fall-themed loaf of bread using your own recipe. Submit the loaf, plus a written copy of the recipe, and prizes up to $75 could be yours! Advanced registration is required, so click here for details.

Youth Art Contest

Ages: 3-17 | Entry: FREE

Young artists of all kinds are invited to capture the magic of fall in any medium! There are cash prizes for first place, second place, third place, and crowd favorite. Entrants must register in advance by September 26, but you have until October 3 to finish your submission! Click here for details and registration.

Pumpkin Recipe Contest

Ages: 18+ | Entry: FREE

There are two categories in this timeless tradition: savory and sweet. As long as fresh or canned pumpkin is your key ingredient, you could win up to $200! Pre-registration is encouraged, but not required. Click here for details and registration.

Scarecrow Contest

Ages: ALL | Entry: $10

Construct a "Colors of Autumn"-themed scarecrow, and you could take home a cash prize as big as $250! There are two categories: Youth (ages 12 & under) and Adult (ages 13+). Entry cost includes a parking pass for both days of the festival. Click here for registration & details!