METZ – Gourds will be flying in the country as a festival dedicated to pumpkins is moving forward with an in-person event this year.
The Metz Pumpkinfest, held in a small hamlet north of Fergus, is going ahead with an in-person event for its 16th year.
Last summer just featured a giant pumpkin growing contest, largely between local politicians with Centre Wellington mayor Kelly Linton winning the bragging rights with a 370 lb pumpkin.
The giant pumpkin contest will be going ahead again this year but there will also be a pumpkin cannon slinging them through the sky.
Organizers state the event will be proceeding rain or shine with food, music and family activities.
Attendees must register in advance by emailing [email protected]. Maximum attendance is 100.
All COVID protocols will be in effect subject to provincial guidelines at the time.
The event is going forward on Sept. 25 beginning at 2 p.m at St. Paul’s United Church on Sideroad 25 and 3 Line.
