The Great Pumpkin Parade

As part of the festival, the parade showcases the creativity and enthusiasm of local residents and visitors alike. You’ll see everything from intricately designed pumpkin-themed floats to lively performances by local dance troupes and musicians. The parade is a family-friendly event, with plenty of areas to come watch the action up close.

Pumpkin Weigh-Off Winner Float
Half Moon Bay High School Marching Band
HMB High School cheer squad
Half Moon Bay Winery vintage pickup
Latina Dancing Group
Hocus Pocus character costumes
Pumpkin Dune Buggy
Local farmer pulling parade float
Smokey the Bear and emergency personnel
Parade Grand Marshal Jesse Sapolu
Costumed parade participants
World's Biggest Pumpkin Sculpture

The parade takes place on Saturday, October 17th at noon and the parade route travels up historic Main Street from Miramontes Street to Mill Street. Be sure to get there early if you have kids or want to be up front as the sidewalks fill with people close to the parade start time. Please be conscientious of the surrounding attendees as everyone just wants to catch the fun too. Parents, for the safety of your family and parade participants, please keep an eye on your little tykes to keep them from running out once the parade has begun.

Come join the celebration and experience the magic of the Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival Great Pumpkin Parade!

How to Participate

Half Moon Bay Art and Pumpkin Festival
Celebrating the Great & Almighty Gourd
October 17-18, 2026 – 9am to 5pm
Main Street, Half Moon Bay, CA