Growers from across the state travel to Nekoosa one weekend each year to weigh their GIANT pumpkins for international competition, including weigh-ins for other fall produce such as squash and watermelons. Nekoosa's GIANT Pumpkin Festival also features crafts, flea market, farmers market, antique tractors, kids games, giant pumpkin drop, bake-off, car show, entertainment and much more! Gate Fee.