Morton Pumpkin Classic
- Date Sat 18th September 2027
- Time 7:15AM CDT
- Location Morton, Illinois
- Price $32.80 - $43.40
- Races 2 races
- Distances 10km
Event summary
Join us for the vibrant Morton Pumpkin Classic on Saturday, September 18, 2027, in the charming town of Morton, Tazewell! This exciting event features a 2-mile untimed fun run/walk, starting at 7:15 AM, just ahead of the competitive 10K race that kicks off at 7:30 AM. The flat course meanders through the heart of Morton, leading participants to the scenic outskirts and finishing on Jefferson Street, right in the middle of the lively Pumpkin Festival.
This family-friendly event welcomes everyone—whether you’re young or old, short or tall, with strollers or wheelchairs (but please leave pets at home). After crossing the finish line, enjoy a fantastic Post Race Party complete with beverages, snacks, and our famous pumpkin donuts! Plus, each bib includes a tear-off coupon for a free breakfast at the Pumpkin Pancake & Sausage Breakfast. Celebrate your achievements with awards for the top 10K finishers, including pumpkin pies for age group winners and a special $50 prize for the overall champions. Don’t miss out on this delightful autumn celebration that combines fitness, fun, and community spirit!
This family-friendly event welcomes everyone—whether you’re young or old, short or tall, with strollers or wheelchairs (but please leave pets at home). After crossing the finish line, enjoy a fantastic Post Race Party complete with beverages, snacks, and our famous pumpkin donuts! Plus, each bib includes a tear-off coupon for a free breakfast at the Pumpkin Pancake & Sausage Breakfast. Celebrate your achievements with awards for the top 10K finishers, including pumpkin pies for age group winners and a special $50 prize for the overall champions. Don’t miss out on this delightful autumn celebration that combines fitness, fun, and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
The 2-mile event is an exciting and untimed run/walk and kicks off just ahead of the 10K runners. We will begin the festivities at 7:00am and send off the 2-milers at 7:15am, followed by the 10k runners at 7:30am. This will allow for less congestion throughout the race, at the split, and most importantly at the finish line! The flat course runs through town to the outskirts of Morton and then finishes on Jefferson Street, in the heart of the Pumpkin Festival.
The 2-mile fun run/walk welcomes old, young, short, tall, strollers, and wheelchairs. No roller blades or pets (yes, unfortunately including dogs) allowed in either event.
After the race, participants are invited to join us at the Post Race Party for beverages, snacks, our famous pumpkin donuts, music, and a fun area to hang out with fellow racers and family members. There will be an awards ceremony at approximately 9:00am. DON'T FORGET YOUR BIB HAS A "TEAR OFF COUPON" FOR A FREE BREAKFAST AT THE PUMPKIN PANCAKE & SAUSAGE BREAKFAST AT THE MAIN FOOD TENT RIGHT AFTER THE RACE!
Awards
* All 10K finishers will receive a pumpkin finishers medal
* Top overall winner for the 10K Men's and Women's Divisions will receive $50 in Morton Chamber Checks.
* The Top 3 Men and Women in each age group (10K) receive a pumpkin pie! Age Groups are as follows: 0-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+
* The 2-mile FUN Run/Walk does not have any prizes, but includes the post-race party and the Pumpkin Pancake & Sausage breakfast!
Race Weekend Schedule
Friday 4:00PM - 8:00PM - Packet Pickup is located at THE KILN @ MORTON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL.
Saturday Beginning at 6:00AM - Limited_ _Packet Pickup in the 200 block of North First Avenue (near the start line)
Saturday 7:00AM - Announcements
Saturday 7:15AM - 2 Mile Fun Run/Walk START
Saturday 7:30AM - 10K START
Done Running & Walking? Post-Race Party & Awards Ceremony @ Corner of Jefferson and 1st!
The 2-mile fun run/walk welcomes old, young, short, tall, strollers, and wheelchairs. No roller blades or pets (yes, unfortunately including dogs) allowed in either event.
After the race, participants are invited to join us at the Post Race Party for beverages, snacks, our famous pumpkin donuts, music, and a fun area to hang out with fellow racers and family members. There will be an awards ceremony at approximately 9:00am. DON'T FORGET YOUR BIB HAS A "TEAR OFF COUPON" FOR A FREE BREAKFAST AT THE PUMPKIN PANCAKE & SAUSAGE BREAKFAST AT THE MAIN FOOD TENT RIGHT AFTER THE RACE!
Awards
* All 10K finishers will receive a pumpkin finishers medal
* Top overall winner for the 10K Men's and Women's Divisions will receive $50 in Morton Chamber Checks.
* The Top 3 Men and Women in each age group (10K) receive a pumpkin pie! Age Groups are as follows: 0-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+
* The 2-mile FUN Run/Walk does not have any prizes, but includes the post-race party and the Pumpkin Pancake & Sausage breakfast!
Race Weekend Schedule
Friday 4:00PM - 8:00PM - Packet Pickup is located at THE KILN @ MORTON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL.
Saturday Beginning at 6:00AM - Limited_ _Packet Pickup in the 200 block of North First Avenue (near the start line)
Saturday 7:00AM - Announcements
Saturday 7:15AM - 2 Mile Fun Run/Walk START
Saturday 7:30AM - 10K START
Done Running & Walking? Post-Race Party & Awards Ceremony @ Corner of Jefferson and 1st!
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