6TH ANNUAL WEST COAST GIANT PUMPKIN REGATTA NAMED 2009 BEST FESTIVAL/EVENT BY THE OREGON FESTIVAL AND EVENTS ASSOCIATION
Posted: March 16th, 2010 5:13 PM
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The City of Tualatin's 6th Annual West Coast Giant Pumpkin Regatta was presented the 2009 Best Festival/Event Award by the Oregon Festival and Events Association (OFEA) at the NW Festivals & Events Conference in Seaside, Oregon on March 9, 2010. The OFEA awards two Best Festival/Event Awards, one each to festivals/events with over or under 40,000 attendees. The Pumpkin Regatta won in the under 40,000 category.
The 6th Annual West Coast Giant Pumpkin Regatta was held on Saturday, October 31, 2009 at the Tualatin Commons. The Regatta itself is a series of wacky races around the lake at Tualatin Commons in 1000 lb. pumpkin boats by costumed participants. The event also featured live music, model speed boat races, kids pumpkin carving, face painting, a costume contests for people and dogs, strolling entertainment, the 5k Regatta Run, food, and many other family friendly activities.
"The Regatta is a very fun and unique event that really brings the community out. I guess the allure of watching 1,000 pound pumpkin boats race is universal. We're honored that the OFEA recognized our wonderful event with this award." - Tualatin Mayor Lou Ogden
The Oregon Festival and Events Association's mission is to promote a better understanding of the contributions of special events within the State of Oregon that enhance the quality of life within each community.
The 7th Annual West Coast Giant Pumpkin Regatta will be held at the Tualatin Commons on Saturday, October 30, 2010.
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