Pumpkin Alley

A Community Pumpkin Carving Competition at Trick or Treat on Main Street

Experience the fun of carved pumpkins where creativity, Halloween spirit, and community fun come together! Join us by displaying your carved pumpkin in Pumpkin Alley and competing for prizes in Midvale's inaugural pumpkin carving contest.

Whether you're a seasoned pumpkin artist or just looking for a fun family activity, we invite all ages to participate. Bring your best pumpkin creation and let the community vote for their favorites during Trick or Treat on Main.

How It Works

1. Register

Complete the online application to reserve your place in Pumpkin Alley.

You must register to participate. The deadline to register is October 21 by 5:00 p.m.

2. Carve Your Pumpkin

Create your pumpkin masterpiece at home. Traditional carvings, creative designs, and illuminated pumpkins are encouraged.

3. Drop Off Your Pumpkin

Bring your carved pumpkin to the designated drop-off location before the event begins.

Drop-Off Location: 7505 S. Holden Street, Midvale, UT 84047

Drop-Off Time: October 24, 2026, 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Upon arrival, your pumpkin will be assigned a number and displayed for visitors to enjoy and vote on.

4. Public Voting

Throughout Trick or Treat on Main Street, visitors can stroll through Pumpkin Alley and vote for their favorite pumpkins by scanning a QR code.

5. Winners Announced

Votes will be tallied following the event, and winners will be announced online the following week. Winners will also be contacted directly using the information provided during registration.

Contest Categories

🎃 8 & Under

🎃 Ages 9-16

🎃 Ages 17 & Older

One winner will be selected in each age category based on public voting.

Prizes

Ages 17 & Older

🏆 Two Castle of Chaos Level 2 Tickets

Ages 9-16

🏆 Halloween-Themed Ticket to Ride Board Game

8 & Under

🏆 Ghoul Fish Game & Halloween Rock Painting Kit

Event Schedule

Application Deadline: October 21, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.

Pumpkin Drop-Off: October 24, 2026, 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Public Voting: During Trick or Treat on Main

Pumpkin Pick-Up: October 24, 2026, 2:15 p.m.

Winner Announcement: October 26, 2026

Pumpkin Pick-Up

Participants may retrieve their pumpkins during the designated pickup period following the event.

Any pumpkins not picked up by the posted pickup deadline may be discarded.

Contest Rules

• One pumpkin entry per participant.
• Pumpkins must be family-friendly and suitable for all ages.
• No political, discriminatory, offensive, or inappropriate content.
• No open flames or candles. Battery-operated lights are permitted.
• Participants must enter the appropriate age category.
• Midvale City reserves the right to remove any entry that does not comply with contest guidelines.
• By participating, contestants grant permission for their pumpkin to be photographed and shared on Midvale City's website, social media channels, and promotional materials.
• Midvale City is not responsible for damage, theft, weather-related deterioration, or loss of pumpkins.

Vote for Your Favorite!

During Trick or Treat on Main, be sure to visit Pumpkin Alley, admire the creative designs, and cast your vote for your favorite pumpkins.

Voting Link / QR Code: [Coming Soon]

Questions?

For additional information about Pumpkin Alley, please email events@midvaleut.gov.

Carve. Display. Vote. Celebrate.

Join us at Pumpkin Alley and help make Trick or Treat on Main even more memorable this Halloween season!