Giant Vegetables

The Grower's Tent features International weigh-offs each day. Opening ceremonies and celebrity seed spitting contest kicks off at 10 a.m. on Saturday and are presented in parternship with the Port Elgin Tourist Association. People travel from around the world to get a glimpse of the giant pumpkins, squash, long gourds, tomatoes, rutabagas and much, much more. Growers compete for a total prize package of over $23,000.00. On Sunday, special awards can be won by growers from the tri-county (Bruce, Grey, Huron) as well as by junior (under 12) and novice (less than 3 years growing experience) growers. Port Elgin Pumpkinfest also offers a $500 bonus for any World Record breaking entry brought to the event. Bruce Power Grower's Tent