Saturday and Sunday, the Lake Havasu City Firefighter Charities Pumpkin Festival took center stage in bringing seasonal joy to people of all ages. All proceeds of the event benefit multiple youth programs supprted by the LHFD. The festival is located in the field across from the Aquatic Center, 100 Park Ave.

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Visitors can pick out a pumpkin or make a lasting memory from the multiple arts and crafts booths. Pony rides and a petting zoo add to the fall fun. Face painting can make costumes come alive. And pumpkin-patch wanderers can learn how to fish with Anglers United and experience a real-life tractor ride.  Vote for a favorite Superhero Scarecrow in the patch while enjoying food, drinks, candy and fun for the whole family.

The festival will continue today from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Admission is $5/person. Ages 3 and under are admitted free.

1st place in the Scarecrow Contest goes to Makai Café. Jillian Danielson/RiverScene

2nd and 3rd place Scarecrow contest winners are Car Toyz and Desert Martini. Jillian Danielson/RiverScene

Kids play on a sand hill at the Pumpkin Festival. Jillian Danielson/RiverScene

Goats waiting for food at the Pumpkin Festival Petting Zoo. Jillian Danielson/RiverScene

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