Downtown Manchester Scarecrow Festival Kick-Off

The Downtown Manchester Scarecrow Festival Kick-Off takes place on Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM along Main Street in Manchester, CT.

Festival Details & Schedule

Biggest Scarecrow Display of all time: Over 40 handcrafted scarecrows remain on display throughout Downtown Manchester from October 10 through October 31, 2026.
Voting: Voting for your favorite creation begins on the Downtown Manchester Facebook Page once the displays are up.
Halloween Happenings Event: Join the additional festivities on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM (Trick-or-treating starts at 11:30 AM) featuring games on Purnell Place, a photo booth, bag decorating, DJ, Decorations, and local business specials.
Cost: Free admission to view and walk the downtown displays.
Removal Deadline: All participant-submitted scarecrows must be taken down by Monday, November 2, 2026.

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