Ivoryton Pumpkin Chase
- Date Sat 24th October 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Ivoryton, Connecticut
- Price $38.10
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the exciting Ivoryton Pumpkin Chase on Saturday, October 24, 2026, in the picturesque Lower Connecticut River Valley! This vibrant event features a thrilling 5K road and trail race, perfect for runners of all levels, along with a delightful Kiddie Pumpkin Fun Run for children aged 7 and below.
Set against the stunning backdrop of peak foliage season in southern New England, the race kicks off along North Main Street before venturing onto the scenic Falls River Drive. Runners will then experience a beautiful 1.1-mile loop through the Falls River Preserve, where the course transitions from double track to a more challenging hilly and rocky single track. Participants should be prepared for a fun and invigorating challenge, with some sections requiring caution due to jagged rocks and roots. Registrants who sign up before September 18 will receive a complimentary t-shirt, and those who register afterward will receive one while supplies last. Don’t miss this chance to support the Ivoryton Library while enjoying the beauty of fall—mark your calendars and get ready to chase some pumpkins!
Set against the stunning backdrop of peak foliage season in southern New England, the race kicks off along North Main Street before venturing onto the scenic Falls River Drive. Runners will then experience a beautiful 1.1-mile loop through the Falls River Preserve, where the course transitions from double track to a more challenging hilly and rocky single track. Participants should be prepared for a fun and invigorating challenge, with some sections requiring caution due to jagged rocks and roots. Registrants who sign up before September 18 will receive a complimentary t-shirt, and those who register afterward will receive one while supplies last. Don’t miss this chance to support the Ivoryton Library while enjoying the beauty of fall—mark your calendars and get ready to chase some pumpkins!
Organiser's Description
The Ivoryton Pumpkin Chase is a 5K Road/Trail Race and a Kiddie Pumpkin Fun Run (age 7 and below) to benefit the Ivoryton Library and takes place in peak foliage season of southern New England. The course begins along North Main Street for approximately 1/2 mile before turning left down Falls River Drive. At the one mile mark, the course enters the Falls River Preserve for a 1.1 mile trail loop that meanders along the Falls River. The trail is double track for about 1/2 mile before it turns into hilly and rocky single track. Care must be taken on the trail due to the presence some jagged rocks and roots. Please be aware that the trail can be slippery in wet conditions.
Participants will receive a free t-shirt with registration before September 18. Registrations after September 18 and day of registrations will receive a t-shirt while supplies last.
Contact Ivoryton Library at staff@ivorytonlibrary.org if you or your organization would like to be a sponsor and have your logo included on our t-shirts.
Participants will receive a free t-shirt with registration before September 18. Registrations after September 18 and day of registrations will receive a t-shirt while supplies last.
Contact Ivoryton Library at staff@ivorytonlibrary.org if you or your organization would like to be a sponsor and have your logo included on our t-shirts.
Races
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Ivoryton Pumpkin Chase
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 24th October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.10
OPENS 12 AUG
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