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  • The Road Hammers and 54•40 to Headline Party in the Patch
    June 28, 2024 | 0 comments

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    The Road Hammers and 54•40 to Headline Party in the Patch at Port Elgin Pumpkinfest

    Saugeen Shores, Ontario - June 28, 2024 - The highly acclaimed country rock band, The Road Hammers, and classic rockers 54•40 are set to headline this year's Party in the Patch at Port Elgin Pumpkinfest in Saugeen Shores. The performances will take place on Friday, October 4, and Saturday, October 5. This is all part of the festival's exciting lineup of events.

    Tickets for The Road Hammers on Friday, October 4 or 54•40 on Saturday, October 5 are $65 per person until July 31.  For more information visit pumpkinfest.org.

    The Road Hammers, consisting of Jason McCoy, Clayton Bellamy, and Chris Byrne, have solidified their place as a cornerstone of Canadian country music. With over 25 million streams, five CCMA Awards, and a Juno Award win, the trio's impact on the genre is undeniable.

    Formed in 2004, The Road Hammers quickly rose to prominence with their certified Platinum debut album. Their debut at #1 on the Canadian country albums chart was just the beginning of their impressive career. The group's energetic and highly entertaining live shows have made them fan favorites around the world, with extensive tours in North America, Europe, and Australia.

    With six albums to date, featuring six Top 10 hits and nine Top 20 singles, including hits like "Homegrown," "Crazy About You," and the certified Platinum "Mud," The Road Hammers continue to captivate audiences with their electrifying performances, celebrating 20 years in 2024.

    "We are thrilled to welcome The Road Hammers and 54•40 to Party in the Patch at Port Elgin Pumpkinfest," said John Miller, Chair of the festival organizing committee. "They are sure to make this year's festival an unforgettable experience for all attendees."

    Over the course of 40+ years of performing and recording, 54•40 has not only made their mark on the Canadian music industry, but the entire cultural landscape. Led by chief songwriter Neil Osborne, 54•40 has carved out a legacy of gold and platinum albums and an outstanding reputation for their live performances that carries through to this day. With decades of hit songs and more in the making, the secret to 54•40's longevity is their ability to redefine and reinvent themselves.

    "54•40 is always future thinking, as a band we’re always expanding our borders, (after all the name does comes from a border dispute) what we call ‘FUTURE HISTORY'…" Neil Osborne

    Tickets for The Road Hammers on October 4 and 54•40 on October 5 at Port Elgin Pumpkinfest will go on sale TODAY, June 28, 2024 at 8 am, with early bird pricing in effect until July 31. More information available on the festival's official website https://www.pumpkinfest.org/.

    For more information about The Road Hammers, visit their website https://www.theroadhammers.ca/.

    For more information about 54.40 visit their website https://www.5440.com/ or Eric Alper Publicist - 647-971-3742.

    Pumpkinfest Media Contact:

    Ann-Marie Collins

    Marketing Director

    519-386-4926

     

    About Port Elgin Pumpkinfest:

    Port Elgin Pumpkinfest is an annual festival held in Saugeen Shores, Ontario, celebrating the fall harvest and community spirit. The festival features a variety of family-friendly activities, entertainment, and the famous giant pumpkin weigh-off.

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  • Join the Team - Full time summer position.
    May 15, 2024 | 0 comments

    Job Posting: Assistant to Pumpkinfest Coordinator

    Position: Assistant to Pumpkinfest Coordinator, Full time, 35 hours per week throughout the summer

    Location: Port Elgin, ON

    Application Deadline: June 15, 2024

    About Us

    Pumpkinfest is a vibrant annual event in Port Elgin, dedicated to celebrating the autumn season and fostering community spirit. We are also responsible for the administration and logistics of the Saugeen Shores Event Resource Centre (SSERC), which provides essential equipment and resources to local non-profits and charity festivals. Our team is passionate about creating memorable experiences and supporting community events.

    Position Overview

    We are seeking a dynamic and organized individual to assist the Pumpkinfest Coordinator with a variety of logistics and administrative tasks. This role is ideal for someone who is enthusiastic about event planning, community engagement, and has a knack for managing multiple responsibilities.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Inquiries Management: Answer inquiries via phone, email, internet, social media, and walk-ins to the office location.
    • Website Management: Focus on updating, organizing, and revamping our website, www.pumpkinfest.org, in collaboration with our marketing and social media consultants.
    • Social Media Assistance: Aid in creating social media posts and providing insights.
    • Event Representation: Represent Pumpkinfest and general tourism; assist in the logistics and staging of the Wednesday Downtown Farmers Market.
    • Communication: Communicate with and attend meetings with volunteers, non-profits, and sponsor partners.
    • Meeting Attendance: Attend various meetings and industry events with the coordinator.
    • Office Administration: Help administer day-to-day office operations and represent Pumpkinfest in a professional manner.
    • SSERC Coordination: Facilitate and arrange weekly pick-ups and returns for the Saugeen Shores Event Resource Centre and monitor the sserc.com website for orders.

    SSERC Overview

    The SSERC is a volunteer-driven initiative that supports local non-profit and charity festivals by providing an extensive inventory of event equipment. This includes stage sections, tables, chairs, children’s games, casino games, electrical equipment, and presentation tools. With over 40 local events and organizations utilizing the SSERC, it becomes especially busy during the summer months.

    Qualifications

    • Transportation: Ability to travel throughout the municipality is an asset.
    • Independence: Ability to work independently and interact with the public effectively.
    • Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
    • Organizational Skills: Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail.

    How to Apply

    If you’re passionate about event planning and community engagement, we’d love to hear from you! Please send your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience to by June 15, 2024

    Join us in making the next Pumpkinfest the best one yet!

    Contact:

    The Pumpkinfest Team

    Email:

    Phone:519-389-3714

    Website: www.pumpkinfest.org

    Equal Opportunity Employer: Pumpkinfest is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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  • Port Elgin Pumpkinfest Recognized with THREE 2023 Festival and Events Awards!
    March 10, 2023 | 0 comments

    Port Elgin Pumpkinfest is proud to be the recipients of three Festival and Events Awards at the recent FEO Conference!

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    Niagara Falls, Ontario (March 8, 2023) Festivals and Events Ontario (FEO) is proud to announce the 2023 Top 100 Festivals & Events in Ontario. These Top 100 recipients represent festivals and events that excel within the industry.

    Submissions from FEO members were received for consideration in the fall of 2022 and were judged by an independent panel of judges. Festivals and events of all kinds from every corner of Ontario were represented in the submissions – from community festivals to internationally recognized events.

    We congratulate all recipients and are proud to be named among them!

     

    Pumpkinfest was proud to partner with Port Elgin Home Hardware to present a 2022 Spring "Grow With Us" promotion to encourage gardeners of all ages and caliber to join in the fun of growing a garden - whether a GIANT or just a small vegetable garden.  Not only did this innovative partnership promote environmental stewardship, but it also gave youth the chance to experience the joy of growing their own vegetables and being front and center on our main stage, We are extremely pleased with this recognition and will continue this programming in future years.

     

    At the Awards Ceremony on March 8, our own very surprised coordinator, Joanne Robbins, was called to the stage to accept induction into the FEO Hall of Fame for 2023.

    "I am honoured and humbled to accept this award and join the 47 Hall of Fame recipients." states Robbins.  "I've been very blessed with creative Board members, a supportive community  and a Municipality that goes above and beyond to help stage this festival."

    Port Elgin Pumpkinfest has been a member of FEO since it's beginning and must give credit to this great organization for offering the learning and education support to the industry.  They have certainy aided us in our ongoing success!

     

     

    Links to all the  FEO Announcments of Awards can be found HERE!

     

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