Thank you to all who participated in the 2026 Pumpkin-Decorating Contest at this year’s Lakeside-Marblehead Lighthouse Festival. Congratulations to our winners!
Best Face — “Seed Eating Pumpkin” by Zosia Kimbrell
Best Re-Design of a Pumpkin — “The Erie Seas Snake” by Grace Sowers
Best Use of Props — “Pretty in Pink” by Avery Nolan
Best Use of Pumpkin & Natural Materials — “Witch’s Poisoned Popcorn” by Norah Kimbrell & Gwen Andrews
Most Lakeside-Inspired — “P-A-T-I-O, Patio Donuts” by Amy Mantey
Best Painted — “Sally Cat” by Emily Close
Best Child Entry — “Trick or Treat Polly Pocket” by River Koncz
Best Youth Entry — “Beary Happy to be at Lakeside” by Abby
Best Teen Entry — “Strawberry” by Abigail Swingle
Best Adult Entry — “Whimsy on the Water” by Mallory Mantey
Most Creative Overall — “The Great Lakes Drifter” by Caleb Sowers
