Located in Central Illinois, Morton is a small town with a big claim to fame: it is the Pumpkin Capital of the World. Known for its pumpkin patches, festivals and rich agricultural history, Morton has earned its title serving as the headquarters of the world’s largest pumpkin processing company – Libby’s.

Each year, Morton produces more pumpkins than any other place in the U.S. The town’s fields and surrounding areas yield millions of pumpkins, providing 95% of the canned pumpkin in the country and 85% of the canned pumpkin worldwide. Libby’s has been a major player in Morton’s identity since the 1970s when the factory began exclusively processing pumpkins.

Every September, the town comes alive with the Morton Pumpkin Festival, a beloved event that celebrates all things pumpkin. From pumpkin pie-eating contests to its pumpkin pancake breakfast, the festival draws thousands of visitors each year.

In addition to the festival, visitors can experience where Morton’s famous pumpkins are grown by exploring the local pumpkin patches open to the public, including Roth Pumpkin Patch and Ackerman Family Farms.

Whether it is the sight of vibrant orange pumpkins adorning acres of land or the community spirit of the annual festival, Morton’s claim as the Pumpkin Capital of the World is a symbol of tradition, agricultural success and a love for all things pumpkin.