Once the Russians reached the islands in the 18th century they found a pseudo-etymology from Russian kurit (ÐºÑÑÐ¸ÑÑ - to smoke) due to the continual fumes and steam above the islands from volcanoes.
An early, indoor start - Giant pumpkin plants require 140 days or more from the time you plant a seed, to the time you harvest the fruit. Growers seeking to break the world record, start seeds in mid to late April, and harvest fruit in early October. That means as many as 160 days, from when the seed was planted!
Additionally, festivities include activities for all ages such as a masquerade ball, haunted tractor rides, and a scarecrow contest. But if there's one event we won't be missing, it's the giant pumpkin lighting on October 10th. And while we wish we had a witchy grandmother like Debbie Reynolds to fly us there, the celebration is the perfect excuse for a fall getaway. So if you're already planning your Halloween costumes and pinning pumpkin decorating ideas, now is the perfect time to book your trip to this spirited town.