Jack-O-Lantern 5K & 10K

  • Date Sat 27th September 2025
  • Time 8:00AM EDT
  • Location Quakertown, Pennsylvania
  • Price $33.30 - $39.72
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 5km, 10km

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Event summary

Join us for the exhilarating Jack-O-Lantern 5K & 10K on Saturday, September 27, 2025, in the picturesque Quakertown, Bucks! Celebrating its seventh year, this spirited event promises a fantastic day of fitness and fun along the scenic Upper Bucks Rail Trail. Both the 5K and 10K races will kick off at 8 AM, featuring chip timing and potentially a wave start to accommodate runners of all paces.

This year, participants can look forward to the exciting Pumpkin Challenge, where you can carry a pumpkin from the patch throughout the race and earn a special medal upon completion. Plus, with family-friendly pricingβ€”students aged 19 and under can enjoy significant discounts, and those 9 years old and younger can race for freeβ€”there's something for everyone! Proceeds from this event will support the new Richland Township Fire & Rescue Utility Vehicle fund, making every step you take contribute to a great cause. Don’t miss out on this delightful fall celebration filled with community spirit, friendly competition, and plenty of pumpkins!

Organiser's Description

For 2025, Jack-O-Lantern 5K & 10K will be celebrating its Lucky #7 years. The races will be along the scenic Upper Bucks Rail Trail in the Quakertown area. The Pumpkin Challenge was a huge success last year, and it is sure to sell out again. Be sure to check out the family friendly pricing. The Knights of Columbus Quakertown and Richland Township Fire & Rescue present this years race. Proceeds will mainly be directed to the new Richland Township Fire & Rescue - Utility Vehicle fund.

Start Time:
We will start the 5K AND 10K RACES AT 8 AM. We are discussing a wave start for different paces to further spread out the runners. The event is chipped timed. The start and finish lines will be on the Upper Bucks Rail Trail. Both races will head south towards Veterans Park.

STUDENT PRICING:
We know races can be expensive, that is why we are going to continue reducing or eliminating fees for those 19 years old and younger. We will split up the under 19 Age Group into 10 to 19 and Under 10. Anyone age 10 to 19 will pay half price the regular adult cost. The Pumpkin Challenge can still be added on at the $6 additional cost. Anyone 9 years old will be free! Yes, free for both the 5K and 10K. They will receive only a shirt and are not eligible for the Pumpkin Challenge for their safety.

PUMPKIN CHALLENGE:
If you are looking to take home a pumpkin and an additional medal, this may be the thing for you. You can add the pumpkin challenge to your race registration fee. By participating in the challenge, you will get to pick your choice of pumpkin weighing between 2 to 5 lb. from our patch. You will need to carry the pumpkin the entire race and bring it back in 1 piece. If successful, you get to keep your pumpkin and receive a Pumpkin Challenge medal. No carrying devices allowed (infant carriers, etc.). Runners under the age of 9 are unable to participate in this challenge.

AWARDS:
Each of the Races will have Overall and Age Groups, Top overall female and male, Top Master female and male, Top 3 in each age groups.

ENTRY:
JUNE 1ST TO SEPT 1ST (LABOR DAY) - ENTRY FEE IS $30 (20 AND OLDER ON RACE DAY) / $15 (10 TO 19 ON RACE DAY), $0 ( <10 ON RACE DAY)

Sept 2nd to Sept 26th - Entry fee is $35 (20 and older on race day) / $17.50(10 to 19 on race day), $0 ( <10 on race day)

Sept 27th (Race Day) - Entry fee is $40 (20 and older on race day) / $20 (10 to 19 on race day), $0 ( <10 on race day)

You can also add on the Pumpkin Challenge for an additional $6 to either distance.

AMENITIES: ***NEW***
IN PLACE OF SHIRTS THIS YEAR, PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE A TBD GIVE AWAY. NOT TO WORRY, SHIRT LOVERS! YOU CAN ADD A MOISTURE WICKING SHORT SLEEVE SHIRT FOR AN ADDITIONAL COST DURING YOUR REGISTRATION. Pumpkin Challengers are the only ones who receive Finisher Medals. The course will be on the packed gravel Upper Bucks Rail Trail and will also go through the paved Richland Twp Veterans Park for both the 5K and 10K. Indoor restrooms will be available. We will also have Port-O-Potties to reduce the restroom lines. Free post race food from local establishments will be available.

NOTES:
The race will start and finish on the Upper Bucks Rail Trail, just across the parking lot from the Richland Township Fire & Rescue building at 64 Shelly Rd, Quakertown, PA 18951.

Packet pick up will be available on Friday (9/26) from 5:00 to 7:00 pm and Saturday from 6:45 to 7:50 am at the Richland Twp Fire & Rescue building.

- Strollers are welcomed. No animals are allowed on the course for the safety the runners.

RACE RESULTS:
Race will be professionally timed by the Bryn Mawr Racing Co.; Results will be found at http://www.brynmawrracing.com

UPDATES AND PHOTOS:
You can find all the race updates at JOL's Facebook page: Jack-O-Lantern 5K 10K [https://www.facebook.com/JackOLantern5K10K]. Post race photos will also be posted here, for free downloads.

QUESTIONS:
Contact: Chris Plominski Race Director at [email protected]

Races

  • 5k

    Incl. $3.30 Fee

    Sat 27th September 2025 (8:00AM EDT)

    $33.30

    Student pricing will be reflected in the Check Out screen.
  • 5K With Pumpkin Challenge

    Incl. $3.72 Fee

    Sat 27th September 2025 (8:00AM EDT)

    $39.72

    Student pricing will be reflected in the Check Out screen.
  • 10k

    Incl. $3.30 Fee

    Sat 27th September 2025 (8:05AM EDT)

    $33.30

    Student pricing will be reflected in the Check Out screen.
  • 10K With Pumpkin Challenge

    Incl. $3.72 Fee

    Sat 27th September 2025 (8:05AM EDT)

    $39.72

    Student pricing will be reflected in the Check Out screen.

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Location

64 Shelly Rd, Richland Township Fire & Rescue, Quakertown, 18951, PA, United States

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