Pumpkin Decorating Contest
Here are the top five pumpkins. The winners were announced on Saturday, October 17th after the costume contests.
First Place: Headless Horseman
Second Place: Jack Skellington
Third Place: Pirate with Bird & Hook
Fourth Place: Help Me
Fifth Place: Jack & Sally
Pumpkin Decorating Contest Rules
Key Dates:
- Registration Opens: September 11, 2026
- Pumpkin Drop-Off Deadline: October 1, 2026
- Voting Begins: October 3, 2026
- Voting Completes: October 15, 2026
- Display Ends: October 31, 2025
- Optional Pickup: Take your pumpkin home after our Costume Contest event on October 17th.
Voting Details:
- Voting begins October 3, 2026.
- Vote in person at the mall by scanning the QR code on display signage.
- No political content.
- Each pumpkin will have a unique number, that’s how you cast your vote.
- The top 5 pumpkins with the most votes will win!
Important Reminders:
- All designs must be family friendly.
- No political content.
- Scary pumpkins are allowed, but no offensive imagery or language will be accepted.
- Pumpkins will remain on display through October 31st unless you choose to pick yours up after our Costume Contest on October 17th.
Prizes:
Winners will receive gift cards to JCP:
- 1st Place – $200
- 2nd Place –$150
- 3rd Place – $100
- 4th Place – $75
- 5th Place – $50
Votes will be tallied by Yuba Sutter Marketplace Management, and all decisions are final.
