2026 Schedule
Saturday, October 3 | 10am - 7pm*
Sunday, October 4 | 10 am - 4pm*
No matter what age you are, there will be loads to do at the 29th Annual Great Cortland Pumpkinfest! Talented local performers will rock the stage all weekend long. The craft show showcases local crafters and artisans. The Kids’ Zone offers games and activities for children of all ages. Delicious festival food can be found, and our Pumpkin Pub will be open for business. Please check back regularly for updates to the schedule.
*Vendors, kid zone, and hayride open until 5 pm on Saturday and 3 pm on Sunday of the festival. Live entertainment, Pumpkin Pub and midway to open from 12 pm to 7 pm on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026 and from 12 pm to 4 pm on Sunday, Oct. 4, 2025. The midway may open earlier both days, subject to weather.
Craft Show
Featuring more that 50 local crafters and artisans with their works for sale.
*Open until 5 pm on Oct. 4 & 3 pm on Oct. 5
Live Entertainment
Talented local musicians will be performing throughout the weekend including.
*Ongoing 12 pm - 7 pm on Oct. 3 &
12 pm - 4 pm on Oct. 4
Pumpkin Pub
Come enjoy a drink at the Pumpkin Pub both days of the Great Cortland Pumpkinfest. A selection of beers will be available.
*Open 12 pm - 7 pm on Oct. 3 &
12 pm - 4 pm on Oct. 4
Sponsored by
WXHC/X101 & Max Graphics
Festival Foods
Grab a bite from Lulu’s Kettlecorn, Deli Guy’s Catering, and more.
Mid-Way
The midway is back and will feature carnival rides, games and tasty treats.
*Open until 7 pm on Oct. 4 and 5 pm on Oct. 5
The Kids Zone
Games for children of all ages to play with activities to get them in the spirit of fall. Opportunity to win prizes all weekend long!
Hay Rides
Available throughout the weekend for $1 a piece (maximum $5 per family). Children under 5 ride for free.
*Open until 5 pm on Oct. 4 & 3 pm on Oct. 5
Pony Rides
Free and available all weekend long for the kiddos.
*Open until 5pm on Oct. 4 & 3pm on Oct. 5
Pony rides sponsored by NBT Bank
Pumpkinfest Merchandise
Don’t forget to grab your Pumpkinfest merchandise! We have t-shirts, mugs and so much more!
Music Schedule
Saturday, October 4
12:00 PM - Cherry Holler
1:45 PM - Sing Trece Trio
3:30 PM- The High Road
5:30 PM - Dead & Friends
Sponsored by WXHC & the Cortland County Business Development Corporation
Thank you to American Vintage Productions
Music Schedule
Sunday, October 5
12:00 PM - Dry County Welders
1:30 PM - David Graybeard Band
3:00 PM - Trick Shot
Sponsored by McNeil & Co. Insurance & Max Graphics