The Home of the Southern Hemisphere Record Pumpkin

The Giant Pumpkin Festival
in Heidelberg, Western Cape

Experience the Magic of the Giant Pumpkin Festival

Nestled in the heart of the scenic countryside, the Giant Pumpkin Festival is a much-loved annual event in Heidelberg, Western Cape—just 275 km from Cape Town. As one of the most anticipated festivals in the Hessequa region, it promises a weekend packed with fun, fierce competition, and top-tier entertainment for the whole family.

The festivities begin with a Golf Day at the stunning Heidelberg Golf Club, setting the stage for two action-packed festival days. Expect thrilling competitions, live performances from well-known artists, and an array of entertainment for children. Festivalgoers can indulge in delicious food, local crafts, and much more.

The Star of the Show – The Giant Pumpkin Weigh-Off

The highlight of the festival is, of course, the Giant Pumpkin Weigh-Off, where impressive cash prizes are up for grabs.

Break the South African record and take home R30,000

Join us for an unforgettable celebration of community, competition, and countryside fun at the Giant Pumpkin Festival.

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Pampoenfees 2025 resultate:

1.⁠ ⁠Piet Lotz 1120kg
2.⁠ ⁠Andre Du Plessis 954kg
3.⁠ ⁠Pieter Conradie 737.5kg
4.⁠ ⁠Willem Le Grange 696kg
5.⁠ ⁠John Booysen 589kg
6.⁠ ⁠PK Uys 341.5kg
7.⁠ ⁠Helandri van Wyk 329kg
8.⁠ ⁠Frans-Hendrik van Wyk 267kg
9.⁠ ⁠Jan van Wyk 230kg
10.⁠ ⁠Hendrik Kotze 212.5kg

About Heidelberg, WC

Heidelberg, Western Cape – a charming little farming town tucked between rolling mountains and lush farmland along the N2. Rich in history, heart, and community spirit, it offers a peaceful countryside escape with a touch of small-town warmth and variety.

Accommodation in Heidelberg

Aan de Kanaal                     028 722 1389

Fleur Bleue B & B               079 610 6659

Honeywood                         083 270 4035

Hooikraal                              084 645 8810

Lemon Tree Cottage          083 447 4095

Skeiding Gastehuis            082 451 4965

Strawberry Hill Farm         079 335 0269

The Heidelberger               072 549 0626

House on the Hill                083 517 4637

Merwena koshuis              084 607 5658

Bible School Student Housing                 063 774 5456

More available on https://www.lekkeslaap.co.za/akkommodasie-in/heidelberg-breede-river-valley

 

The Great Pumpkin Commonwealth’s (GPC) mission is to cultivate the hobby of growing giant fruits and
vegetables throughout the world by establishing standards and regulations that ensure quality of fruit and vegetables,
fairness of competition, recognition of achievement, fellowship and education for all participating growers and weigh-off sites.

For what we Grow Today, WE shall GROW Bigger tomorrow.

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