Oregon Market Hosts Giant Pumpkin Seed Guessing Contest
A market in Bend, Oregon, is holding a contest where people can guess the number of seeds in a giant pumpkin.

Bend, OR, October 12, 2026 — A market located in Bend, Oregon, has launched a new promotional event, inviting the public to participate in a contest centered around a giant pumpkin. Participants are encouraged to submit their best guesses for the total number of seeds contained within the large gourd.
The contest, organized by the local market, aims to engage the community with a festive and unique activity. While details regarding specific dates for the contest’s commencement or conclusion were not immediately available, the event focuses on a single, prominent feature: a notably large pumpkin.
Attendees and visitors to the market have the opportunity to examine the pumpkin and make their predictions. The market has not yet specified the prize for the individual who submits the closest or most accurate seed count. Furthermore, information regarding the method for submitting guesses, such as entry forms or digital submissions, has not been provided.
This type of community engagement event is becoming increasingly common in various retail environments, often serving to draw foot traffic and create local interest. The success of such contests typically relies on community participation and the novelty of the activity itself. Further announcements from the market are anticipated regarding the contest’s specifics, including how winners will be determined and what prizes will be awarded. The exact location within Bend, Oregon, where the market is situated has not been specified.
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