Halloween's less than three weeks away, which means it's a good time to pick up some pumpkins and carve them. If you're looking for some design ideas, Blizzard and Turbine just announced their pumpkin carving contests! The Blizzard one kicks off today and runs through Oct. 28. Simply submit your best Blizzard-related pumpkin for the chance to win a 32GB iPod touch. Check out last year's winners if you need some inspiration.

Turbine is looking for pumpkins with a Lord of the Rings Online theme, and winners will earn the "Master Carver" title on the official forums. One grand prize winner will receive 1,000,000 copper (also known as 10 gold). Be sure to check out the official rules before you pick up your carving kit. The contest ends on Oct. 30.

Also, don't forget about our very own Final Fantasy XI pumpkin carving contest for your chance to win exclusive in-game items! The first 500 approved entries will receive a small in-game pumpkin and the top 25 finalists will also receive a large in-game pumpkin, both available only through our contest. Check out last year's amazing winner and enter your own design!