The Boston Parks and Recreation Department will celebrate the “spooky season” with Mayor Janey’s Pumpkin Carving Contest, featuring a grand prize provided by the Farm Families who own Cabot Creamery Co-operative.

Boston residents of all ages can participate in the online competition using photo submissions welcomed from Tues., Oct. 12, until Halloween – Sunday, Oct. 31. Enter your jack-o’-lantern into the contest and find contest rules at Boston.gov/Pumpkins.

Winners of each category will receive a $75 gift basket and be selected from three categories: Most Creative; Scariest; and Inspired by Boston Parks.

If you need inspiration, the Parks Department offers downloadable, printable stencils available at boston.gov/pumpkins for use as a guide to help you carve your pumpkin. After Halloween, be sure to compost your pumpkin.

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