Calaf's Pumpkin Fair Celebrates 10 Years with High Attendance and a 485 kg Pumpkin

The tenth edition of the fair consolidates its attendance with autumn produce stalls and the traditional giant pumpkin contest.

Generic image of an autumn fair with pumpkin stalls and people enjoying the festive atmosphere.
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Generic image of an autumn fair with pumpkin stalls and people enjoying the festive atmosphere.

The 10th Pumpkin Fair in Calaf celebrated its anniversary on Sunday, November 1st, at the Plaça dels Arbres, attracting a large number of visitors and awarding a 485 kg pumpkin in the traditional contest.

The Plaça dels Arbres in Calaf was the setting for the tenth edition of the Pumpkin Fair this Sunday, November 1st. The event saw a high turnout of visitors, solidifying the fair as an anticipated date in the municipality's autumn festive calendar.
The fair featured over twenty stalls offering pumpkins and seasonal gastronomic products, alongside crafts and local produce. Attendees could discover typical autumn items and enjoy a festive day coinciding with the All Saints' Day celebration.
The program also included family activities, such as the wooden games organized by Xics del Xurrac, which enlivened the square's atmosphere.
One of the main attractions was the traditional Giant Pumpkin Contest. The first prize went to Jordi Xandri Bajona from Sant Llorenç de Morunys, with a pumpkin weighing 485 kg. Second place was awarded to Àngel Llohis Sampons (295 kg), and third to Dani Castellà from Casserres (278 kg).
With this edition, the Pumpkin Fair reaffirms its appeal and ability to draw crowds. The Calaf Town Council has expressed a very positive assessment of the day and thanks the stallholders, participants, organizations, and visitors for their contribution to the fair's success.
Based on information from the official source: Ajuntament de Calaf (02/11/2026)