Looking for ‘pumpkin’ to do?

Secure your spot in the pumpkin patch with a pumpkin fit for a Royal audience.

One of the most popular competitions at the Sydney Royal Easter Show, the Great Backyard Pumpkin Challenge is open to young and old, beginners and experienced pumpkin decorators, individuals, school groups and even whole families – with 12 different classes including biggest pumpkin, smallest pumpkin and best-decorated pumpkin.

If you think you can see a celebrity lookalike or a magical transformation in a pumpkin, this is the competition for you.