Can you grow the biggest zucchini in the Black Hills? Test your skills at the annual Giant Zucchini Contest at Harvey’s Homestead Supply in Hot Springs, South Dakota.
Harvey’s Giant Zucchini Contest
Saturday, September 12, 2026
at Harvey’s Homestead Supply in Hot Springs, SD
Zucchinis will be judged on length and in 2026 we may also add categories for weight and also zucchini baked goods – stay tuned for details about the 2026 competition.
2025 Giant Zucchini Contest Official Results
| 1 | Maricela | Calhoun | 24 3/8″ |
| 2 | Rachel | Shively | 23 1/2″ |
| 3 | Kari | Sanders | 22 5/8″ |
| 3 | Chelsea | Hunter | 22 5/8″ |
| 5 | Marsha | Linville | 22 1/8″ |
| 6 | Myrna | Oney | 21 5/8″ |
| 7 | Danette | Jacob | 21″ |
| 8 | Sylinda | Dressel | 20 7/8″ |
| 9 | Justin | Axmaker | 20″ |
| 10 | Brenda | Spitzer-Notheis | 19 5/8″ |
| 11 | Amy | O’Leary | 19 1/4″ |
| 11 | Duane | McCulloch | 19 1/4″ |
| 13 | Jessica | Beagley | 18 3/8″ |
| 14 | Myrna | Lewis | 18 1/4″ |
| 14 | Easton | Hill | 18 1/4″ |
| 16 | Owen | Hill | 18″ |
| 17 | Bradee | Axmaker | 17 1/2″ |
| 18 | Keene | Axmaker | 15″ |
| 19 | Tom | Bolls | 14 7/8″ |
| 20 | Allie | Rich | 14 5/8″ |
| 21 | Sandy | Goerner | 14 1/2″ |
| 22 | Grace | Hastey | 13 1/8″ |