Frequently Asked Questions

FESTIVAL HOURS

The Flow Automotive Statesville Pumpkin Fest on Saturday, November 4, 2023 from 10a-5p.

Be sure to join us for the After Party Concert with 80's Tribute band, Kidz in America from 5:30p-8:30p! Sponsored by DENSO!

Click HERE For Our Event Map

PARKING

Parking is available throughout Downtown in our 9 public parking lots as well as on-street parking spaces.  Our partners at Mitchell Community College also invite concert goers to park in their various lots surrounding the event. Click here for a PARKING MAP.

RESTROOMS/PORT A POTTYS

• Meeting Str. Behind the Community Stage. - 1 Handicap & 3 Regular Port a Potties
• W. Broad St. Public Parking Lot – 1 Regular Port a Potty
• Cooper St. – 4 Regular Port a Potties
• N. Center St. (behind Corks Taps and Barrels Garden) – 1 Regular Port a Potty and 1 Sink
• Court Street - in front of Veteran Services
• Add to stage

CARRY-IN POLICY

Guests are prohibited from bringing inappropriate items into the concert area. Some restricted items include:

• No Outside Beverages Allowed
• No Dogs or other animals allowed on the street in the festival area
• No guns or weapons allowed in the festival area

ADMISSION

Admission to the festival is free, although some of the activities will charge a fee.

BRING CASH

Many vendors may only accept cash so BE PREPARED! ATMS are located throughout Downtown.

VENDORS

Click Here for a List of Vendors Attending the 2022 Festival

ENTERTAINMENT

DENSO Main Stage (hosted by WAME Real Country 92.9 & 550) – located on S. Center St.

• 12:00pm – 1:30pm: His & Hers
• 2:00pm – 4:00pm: Groove Machine
  
• 5:30pm – 8:30pm: AFTER PARTY featuring the  Ultimate 80's Tribute Band: Kidz in America – Sponsored by DENSO

Community Stage – located at N. Meeting St.

• 10am: To Be Announced
• 10:30a: To Be Announced
• 11am: To Be Announced
• 11:30am: To Be Announced
• 12pm: To Be Announced
• 12:30pm: To Be Announced
• 1:00pm: To Be Announced
• 1:30pm: To Be Announced
• 2:00pm: To Be Announced
• 2:30pm: To Be Announced
• 3:00pm: To Be Announced
• 3:30pm: To Be Announced
• 4:00pm: To Be Announced
• 4:30p: To Be Announced

CORKS, TAPS & BARRELS GARDEN

Social District in Effect 

WHAT IS IT? Click here for all the details.

Craft Beer Available

Our local brewery, Red Buffalo Brewing Co, will be onsite selling their craft beer for concert goers to enjoy. Craft beers are $5 each and can be purchased with $5 cash.

*We card everyone! Please be prepared to show your ID if you will be enjoying an alcoholic beverage at our concerts. Over 21 wristbands will be provided for patrons at no charge. Alcohol may be consumed only in designated areas.

KID’S ZONE

Attractions - The Kid’s Zone will feature inflatable rides including a 20-foot slide, 15-foot slide, bounce house, 40-foot obstacle course, and Kiddie Playland. All rides are professionally staffed.

CLASSIC CAR CRUISE-IN

Court Street will transform into a large parking lot of classic cars (1993 and older) during the 2023 Statesville Pumpkin Fest. All cars MUST enter from the intersection of West Front Street and South Meeting Street. Beginning at 9:00am cars will start moving onto Court Street and Meeting Street. Pumpkin Fest attracts thousands of spectators each year and we want everyone to arrive safe and leave safe. Hope to see you there! For more information about the Classic Cruise-in, contact Chuck Goode at 704-929-8150.

EAT

There are a variety of food options available throughout the festival. Local restaurants will be open as well. Water, soda and other beverages can be purchased through our food vendors.

SECURITY

The Statesville Police Department assists the festival organizers in keeping everyone safe at the concerts. WEATHER This is an outdoor event, so please dress accordingly. The event will take place rain or shine.

*** No dogs or other animals, no bicycles, no skateboards allowed in event area according to City of Statesville Ord. 14-78