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PumpkinFest rolls into Franklin

The 18th annual PumpkinFest will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Saturday, Oct. 25, in downtown Franklin.

During this event you can take part in some traditional and some very non-traditional fall festivities. Bring your pumpkin or purchase one downtown (limited supply) and sign up early for the World Famous Pumpkin Roll. The “roll” takes place from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with signup running from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The winner receives $100 cash. Other highlights of the day include a screaming contest, costume parade/contest, pumpkin pie eating contest, along with arts and crafts, fabulous food, and great entertainment for all ages.

Attendees will be treated to a magic show at 11 a.m. featuring Mark Irish. The star performer of the show is Einstein: The World’s Largest Mind Reading Rabbit. Irish will also being performing street magic throughout the day. Todd Key will also be amazing folks with his skills during a great show at noon, which features balance, juggling and fire. Live music will be provided by Frogtown, John Hawk and the musical duo of Dave Stewart & Gary Zimmerman.

PumpkinFest is made possible by the Franklin Main Street Program, Town of Franklin, Franklin TDA and Macon County TDC.

www.pumpinfestfranklin.com or 828.524.2516.

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