At this regatta, boats are giant pumpkins. It’s as chaotic as it sounds.

It’s kind of a ridiculous idea, which is why it’s so popular,” said Heidi Marx, coordinator of the West Coast Giant Pumpkin ...

Watch: Giant pumpkin boats race across Oregon lake in annual event

Gargantuan gourds were transformed into sailing squash for the 2025 West Coast Giant Pumpkin Regatta, an annual pumpkin race ...

Humongous pumpkin ‘boat’ race features costumes, captains and a world record-breaking sailor

Gary Kristensen scored the Guinness World Record for the longest journey by pumpkin boat earlier this year after paddling ...
KOIN

Oh my gourd! The West Coast Giant Pumpkin Regatta Festival is here!

Row your pumpkin boat down to Tualatin! One of the most anticipated events of Autumn is almost here! The West Coast Giant Pumpkin Regatta Festival is this weekend! And ...

West Coast Giant Pumpkin Regatta brings hundreds to Tualatin

The West Coast Giant Pumpkin Regatta returned to Tualatin on Sunday, bringing in hundreds of spectators ready to celebrate ...

Woman Who Grows 1,500-Pound Pumpkins Reveals Unexpected Ways They're Used After Festivals (Exclusive)

After the weigh-off, the pumpkins often take on new lives of their own. Some end up as centerpieces at local fairs and fall ...

Giant Pumpkins And Costumes: This Unusual Boat Race In US Should Be On Your Travel List

Every October, costumed racers paddle giant pumpkin boats across Tualatin Lake in Oregons most whimsical autumn tradition.
Mississippi Valley Publishing

Giant, floating pumpkin races draw large crowds

Giant, floating pumpkin races have drawn large crowds to the Oregon city of Tualatin. The Portland suburb has hosted the event since 2004.