42nd Annual Great Pumpkin Race 5K
- Date Sat 24th October 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location PENSACOLA, Florida
- Price $27.50 - $32.80
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 42nd Annual Great Pumpkin Race 5K, happening on Saturday, October 24, 2026, in the scenic East Hill neighborhood of Pensacola, Escambia! This beloved community event draws nearly 1,200 participants each year, making it a fantastic opportunity for runners of all levels to join in the fun. The race begins at the vibrant intersection of 12th Avenue and Moreno Street, taking you through the charming streets of East Hill.
Not only is the Great Pumpkin Race a chance to challenge yourself, but it's also a way to support a great cause. Proceeds from the event benefit the Sacred Heart Cathedral School, helping to fund important improvements for the school's facilities. Runners will compete for cash prizes and medals, with overall male and female winners each taking home $100, while the top three finishers in each division receive Gold, Silver, or Bronze medals. For younger participants, the 1-mile Little Pumpkin Fun Run offers an exciting opportunity to earn an "I did it!" participation ribbon. After the race, enjoy delicious locally-famous Pumpkin Bread and fantastic door prizes, making this a day filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit! Don’t miss out on this
Not only is the Great Pumpkin Race a chance to challenge yourself, but it's also a way to support a great cause. Proceeds from the event benefit the Sacred Heart Cathedral School, helping to fund important improvements for the school's facilities. Runners will compete for cash prizes and medals, with overall male and female winners each taking home $100, while the top three finishers in each division receive Gold, Silver, or Bronze medals. For younger participants, the 1-mile Little Pumpkin Fun Run offers an exciting opportunity to earn an "I did it!" participation ribbon. After the race, enjoy delicious locally-famous Pumpkin Bread and fantastic door prizes, making this a day filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit! Don’t miss out on this
Organiser's Description
The popular 5K race, begins at 12th Avenue and Moreno Street and winds through scenic and historic East Hill, and attracts close to 1,200 participants each year. Proceeds from the race benefit the Sacred Heart Cathedral School and are used to contribute to the capital improvements of the buildings and grounds.
Overall male and female winners receive a $100 cash prize and the top three runners in each division receive a Gold, Silver or Bronze medal. All runners participating in the 1-mile Little Pumpkin Fun Run receive an I did it! participation ribbon.
In addition, you can find goodies with your race materials. There is always plenty of the locally-famous Pumpkin Bread for re-fueling and fantastic door prizes following the race.
Overall male and female winners receive a $100 cash prize and the top three runners in each division receive a Gold, Silver or Bronze medal. All runners participating in the 1-mile Little Pumpkin Fun Run receive an I did it! participation ribbon.
In addition, you can find goodies with your race materials. There is always plenty of the locally-famous Pumpkin Bread for re-fueling and fantastic door prizes following the race.
Races
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5k Individual Registration
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 24th October 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$32.80
Pumpkin Run shirts are very popular. Please register early. Shirts and shirt sizes are not guaranteed after October 2, 2026. -
5k Team Registration
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 24th October 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$27.50
Elementary and Middle School: $15 High School (15-18): $17.50 Adult (19+): $20 Shirts and shirt sizes are not guaranteed after October 2, 2026. Team registration ends at 11:59 PM Friday, October 23, 2026. Any teams registering or adding members after 11:59 PM on Friday, October 16, 2026 will not be able to pick up team packets prior to packet pick-up. All team packets must be picked up at one time by the Team Captain or designated team member for team distribution. Team members are not eligible to pick up packets individually. Pumpkin Run shirts are very popular. Please register early. Shirts and shirt sizes are not guaranteed for teams after October 2, 2026. -
Wheelchair
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 24th October 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$32.80
Pumpkin Run shirts are very popular. Please register early. Shirts and shirt sizes are not guaranteed after October 2, 2026. -
5k Individual WALK Only (Age 15+ Only)
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 24th October 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$32.80
Walk only is limited to those age 15 and up. Pumpkin Run shirts are very popular. Please register early. Shirts and shirt sizes are not guaranteed after October 2, 2026.
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1603 N 12th AVE, PENSACOLA, 32503, FL, United States
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