Haverhill Plans Second Annual Hill-O-Ween Jack-O-Lantern Contest

October 23, 2026

WHAV reports Haverhill plans to hold its second annual Hill-O-Ween jack-o-lantern contest on Friday, Oct. 30 and is inviting residents to enter carved pumpkins.

Pumpkins entered in the contest are planned to be shown in Washington Square, with volunteers scheduled to light and arrange the displays for the event.

The contest will include a "Spookiest" category to be judged by an artist who also serves as Creative Haverhill’s programs and operations manager, identified only as Josh.

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WHAV: Haverhill Plans ‘Hill-O-Ween’ Jack-O-Lantern Contest Oct. 30October 21, 2026

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