Idaho Falls Pocatello, ID, October 31, 2026 — The Pocatello Arts Council has revealed the winners of its second annual “Golden Pumpkin” competition, an event designed to recognize and celebrate outstanding Halloween home decorations throughout Pocatello, Idaho. The City of Pocatello officially announced the winning displays, highlighting the creativity and effort residents put into their seasonal displays.

This year marks the second iteration of the “Golden Pumpkin” awards, continuing a tradition that encourages community engagement and festive spirit during the Halloween season. The competition aims to acknowledge homeowners who transform their properties into visually striking and memorable displays for their neighbors and the wider community to enjoy.

The City of Pocatello detailed the winning entries across a range of distinct categories. These categories were established to encompass diverse themes and styles of Halloween decorating. The recognized categories include:

  • People’s Choice: Awarded based on votes from the public.
  • Storybook Spectacular: For displays inspired by tales from literature.
  • Cult Classic Horror: Recognizing themes from well-known horror films.
  • Creature Feature: Highlighting monstrous or mythical beings.
  • Supernatural: For displays evoking ghosts, spirits, or paranormal themes.

Specific details regarding the individual winners within each category, such as the names of the residents or the exact nature of their decorated homes, were not immediately available beyond the announcement of the categories themselves. The Pocatello Arts Council and the City of Pocatello collaborate to present these awards annually, fostering a sense of community pride and seasonal celebration through elaborate home decorations.


Story summarized from the original created by Hadley Bodell on localnews8.com, see more information here.

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