Giant Pumpkin Regatta: Costumed Racers Paddle Obscenely Large Vegetables

Giant Pumpkin Regatta in Tualatin, Oregon, draws massive crowds as costumed participants race in enormous, hollowed-out pumpkins. Gary Kristensen, dressed as Buddy from Elf, wins the first race, while Brad Bahns, as Squid Game character, enjoys growing his own pumpkin for six months. The event, hosted since 2004, features excitement, costumes, and cheering crowds, with competitors carving out pumpkin interiors for a competitive edge. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.