The Event
Founded in 2007, by Marianne Murray, Carve for a Cause is a collaborative, community fundraising effort culminating with an annual Pumpkin Carving Festival in New Paltz, New York. Carve for a Cause selects one primary event recipient each year. Please view our past recipients here.
Taking place the 3rd Saturday of every October, Carve for a Cause has become one of the most anticipated events in the community with over 450 local families in attendance.
FAVORITE ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:
The Incredible Blue Ribbon Pie Eating Contest
The Amazing Scarecrow Raffle
Giant Leaf Pile
Pumpkin Carving and Painting
Family photos, Face Painting, Hair Braiding
Field Games, Sack Races, Tug of War
Live Music and Home Baked Goodies