Joplin RoadRunners' 42nd Annual Pumpkin Run

  • Date Sun 26th October 2025
  • Time 2:00PM CDT
  • Location Carthage, Missouri
  • Price $27.50 - $54.00
  • Races 7 races
  • Distances 1 Mile, 5 Mile, 10 Mile

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Event summary

Get ready for a fantastic day of fun and fitness at the 42nd Annual Pumpkin Run, taking place on Sunday, October 26, 2025, in Carthage, Jasper! This exciting event features a variety of race distances, including a 2M, 5M/8K, and a 10M, all starting and finishing at the Leggett & Platt parking lot. The courses primarily run along Leggett Rd and the scenic Ruby Jack trail, making it a perfect setting for runners and walkers alike.

Participants can look forward to a festive atmosphere with prizes in the form of beautifully decorated pumpkins created by local children, along with participation pumpkins for the first 100 finishers. All certified distance finishers will receive a certified time and the chance to be recognized in state running records. With awards for top finishers in each age group and exciting finish line entertainment from Resonation, this event promises to be a memorable day for everyone involved. Plus, enjoy great refreshments from local vendors and a chance to win gift certificates! Dogs and strollers are welcome, so bring the whole family along for a day of health, happiness, and community spirit!

Organiser's Description

Race Info



* All races will start and end at the Leggett & Platt parking lot and be held almost entirely on Leggett Rd and on the Ruby Jack trail.
For course and elevation maps please see:
2M: https://www.strava.com/routes/3271892636002304166
10M (2 x 5M out-and-back): https://www.strava.com/routes/3271894162988502182



* Prizes are pumpkins, big and small, decorated by the kids at the Joplin Early Learning Center!
Largest prize-pumpkins for the top male and female clock-times in both races. Participation pumpkins to first 100 finishers.



* Participants will receive a certified time for any certified distance they complete (2M, 5M/8K and 10M) and will qualify for listing on MO staterunningrecords.com and on MaraRunning.org;
1M run is 1/2 mile out-and-back: no chip time, participation awards only;
2M run is 1 mile out-and-back: chip timed and qualify for all awards;
8K is one loop on 5M course; 10M is two loops on 5M course: both are chip-timed and qualify for all awards;
5M chip time will count as 8K certified time and will be listed as 8K if qualifying as an age record;
Cut-off time for 10M runners is 1:15h at halfway 5M point (15mins/mile pace).



* Other Awards:
Age group winners (up to 3 deep depending on age group participation)
Age groups in the 2M are: -12; 13-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70+
Age groups in the 8K and 10M are: -19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70+
Awards to top-3 age-graded winners in 2M, 8K and 10M
Awards for each MO age/gender record set.
2M award ceremony immediately following 2M race and prior to 3:30pm races



* Quality tech long-sleeve running shirt is optional



* Race direction by Joplin RoadRunners with corporate support from Blue Buffalo.



* Course is flat, fast and beautifully shaded this time of the year, perfect for walkers and runners alike.



* Drawing among all participants and volunteers for ten $25 gift certificates by The RunAround running store.



* Finish line entertainment by Resonation;



* Vendors will sell refreshments; all participants receive $5 coupon towards any vendors purchase



* Finish line photos by JV Photography are available for free download after the race.



* Check our Facebook event page for latest updates: facebook.com/JoplinRoadRunners



* Virtual runs: need to be submitted through RunSignup or via email at [email protected]
T-shirt is complementary with all virtual registrations.
AGP% score, participation medal as well as T-shirt which will be mailed to all virtual participants



* Dogs and strollers ARE allowed (dogs on non-retractable leash please).

Races

  • 42nd Annual Pumpkin Run - 1 Mile

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 26th October 2025 (2:00PM CDT)

    $27.50

    Race is accurately measured but not USATF-certified nor chip-timed
  • 42nd Annual Pumpkin Run - 2 Mile

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 26th October 2025 (2:00PM CDT)

    $27.50

    Race is USATF certified, chip-timed and Age/Gender Performance graded
  • 42nd Annual Pumpkin Run - 8K (5 Mile)

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 26th October 2025 (3:30PM CDT)

    $38.10

    Race is USATF certified, chip-timed and Age/Gender Performance graded
  • 42nd Annual Pumpkin Run - 10 Mile

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 26th October 2025 (3:30PM CDT)

    $38.10

    Race is USATF certified, chip-timed and Age/Gender Performance graded
  • 42nd Annual Pumpkin Run - 2M and 8K

    Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 26th October 2025 (2:00PM CDT)

    $54.00

    Race is USATF certified, chip-timed and Age/Gender Performance graded
  • 42nd Annual Pumpkin Run - 2M and 10M

    Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 26th October 2025 (2:00PM CDT)

    $54.00

    Race is USATF certified, chip-timed and Age/Gender Performance graded
  • 42nd Annual Pumpkin Run - Virtual Run

    Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    $54.00

    Participants in the virtual event can run and submit any single or any combination of events. T-shirt and finisher's award is complementary for Virtual runners.

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Location

Leggett & Platt Corporate Building - front parking lot (adjacent to Leggett Rd), 1 Leggett Rd, Carthage, 64836, MO, United States

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