The Half Moon Bay Pumpkin Festival is an annual event held in Half Moon Bay, California, typically in mid-October. This festival celebrates the region's pumpkin harvest and features a variety of activities, including a pumpkin weigh-off, where giant pumpkins are showcased. Visitors can enjoy live entertainment, arts and crafts vendors, and delicious food options, all centered around the theme of pumpkins. In addition to the festivities, the festival highlights the importance of the local agricultural community. Half Moon Bay is known as the "Pumpkin Capital of the World," and the event attracts thousands of attendees each year, making it a popular destination for families and pumpkin enthusiasts alike.