Downtown Zeeland invites you to the fun of Pumpkinfest!

Continue the festivities with the PUMPKINFEST PARADE, PUMPKINFEST 5K, KIDZFEST, PIE EATING CONTEST and MORE!

PUMPKINFEST PARADE

Saturday, October 3rd | 3pm

Whether you are interested in being in the parade or just spectating, we want YOU! Mark your calendars today for October 3, 2026! This is one you won't want to miss!

PUMPKINFEST 5K

Saturday, October 3rd | 8:30am

This is a community Fun Run for all ages. Come support your local Zeeland Athletic Boosters. The 100 yard dash or 1/2 mile fun run for kids takes place starting out front of Zeeland West High School by the Main Office entrance. The 5K starts and ends at the Zeeland West High School Main Office entrance, after winding through the beautiful Zeeland school properties. Help us celebrate the Zeeland Pumpkinfest by joining in this safe closed course. Awards for the kids runs will be given out on the course. Awards for the 5k run will be given out in the Zeeland West Cafeteria at the completion of the race. Come enjoy refreshments (including cookies from the Holland Cakery) after the race.

KIDZFEST

Saturday, October 3rd | 12-3pm | 4-6pm

(Church Street between Main & Central)

Kidzfest takes place on Church Street between Main and Central during the dates/hours listed above. Inflatables, barrel train rides, petting zoo, carnival games, face painting, and live performances are just some of the many things to do during this event! There is something for everyone and the best thing is that it is all FREE!

ZEELAND COMMUNITY BAND CONCERT

Saturday, October 3rd | 11am

Don't miss this incredible performance by the Zeeland Community Band Group! Public Welcome!

PUMPKINFEST PET SHOW CONTEST

Saturday, October 3rd | 1pm

(Corner of Church & Main)

Adorable pets, matching costumes, prizes...what's NOT to love? Please join Chow Hound on Saturday for an amazing event that even our furry friends will love!

THE GREAT B.Y.O.P. PUMPKIN ROLL

Saturday, October 3rd | 12pm

(Zeeland Christian School @ 334 West Central Ave)

Ready to put your rolling skills to the test? Have that perfect pumpkin?! Bring it on down to the big Zeeland Christian Hill on Saturday afternoon. This event, sponsored by Lenz Balder Insurance, will be sure to put a smile on your face!

PUMPKIN PIE EATING CONTEST

Saturday, October 3rd | 5pm

(Corner of Church & Main)

Love PUMPKIN PIE? Dessert for Dinner? Prizes? If you answered YES to any of these questions then this is the contest for you! No registration required-just an appetite!