20 of the Best Pumpkin Festivals in the US

Although it's technically been pumpkin and spice time since retailers said so right around the end of August, we prefer tradition with the changing of the leaves and the calendar.

The great pumpkin will be prevalent from now through the holidays, be it as a pie or a decoration or whatever.

In fact, it’s so big that there are hundreds, if not thousands, of festivals dedicated solely to the pumpkin.

Here are 20 that we think are among the best in the U.S.