Runaway Pumpkin 5K & Family Fest
- Date Sat 31st October 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location North Port, Florida
- Price $22.20 - $43.40
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a spooktacular day of fun and fitness at the Runaway Pumpkin 5K & Family Fest on Saturday, October 31, 2026, in North Port, Sarasota! This vibrant event invites runners and families alike to join in a celebration that supports the Child Protection Center (CPC) and their vital mission to protect children and strengthen families. The 5K race offers a thrilling challenge for seasoned runners and brisk walkers, while the Mini Monster Dash for kids adds an extra layer of excitement for the little ones.
Kicking off at 9 a.m., the Family Fest will feature an array of activities, including delicious food trucks, trick-or-treating, pumpkin painting, a bounce house, and a charming puppy pit with PAWS therapy dogs. Kids can showcase their creativity in a costume contest, with categories for all ages, from toddlers to pre-teens. Best of all, the Family Fest is open to everyone, with free admission, so gather your friends and family for a day filled with community spirit, compassion, and joy. Plus, donations of non-perishable food items will be collected to help local families facing food insecurity this holiday season. Whether you're running for a personal best or simply enjoying a festive
Kicking off at 9 a.m., the Family Fest will feature an array of activities, including delicious food trucks, trick-or-treating, pumpkin painting, a bounce house, and a charming puppy pit with PAWS therapy dogs. Kids can showcase their creativity in a costume contest, with categories for all ages, from toddlers to pre-teens. Best of all, the Family Fest is open to everyone, with free admission, so gather your friends and family for a day filled with community spirit, compassion, and joy. Plus, donations of non-perishable food items will be collected to help local families facing food insecurity this holiday season. Whether you're running for a personal best or simply enjoying a festive
Organiser's Description
Get ready to lace up and bring spirit to the starting line of the Runaway Pumpkin 5K & Family Festa vibrant mix of community connection, fun costumes, and meaningful impact. Benefitting the Child Protection Center (CPC), this event takes place at CPCs _Campus of Healing_ in North Port and supports the vital mission of protecting children and strengthening families.
Join us for the race, the family festival, or both! Whether youre a seasoned runner, a brisk walker, have a little one who wants to join the children's dash, or are coming for the Family Fest, this event welcomes everyone and encourages community fun.
At 9 a.m., the Family Fest kicks off with food trucks, trick-or-treating, pumpkin painting, a bounce house, a puppy pit with PAWS therapy dogs, a kids' costume contest, community partners and vendors, and tons of kid-centric fun! Its a celebratory circle of community, compassion, and athletic spirit. THE FAMILY FEST IS OPEN TO ALL WITH FREE ADMISSION. You do not need to participate in the Runaway Pumpkin 5K or the kids' Mini Monster Dash earlier in the morning to gain entry- though we do encourage all runners to join in the festivities and refuel once they cross the finish line!
_Kids costume contest:_
* 0 to 2yrs: 11AM
* 3 to 5yrs: 11:15 AM
* 6 to 8yrs: 11:30 AM
* 9 to 12yrs: 11:45 AM
Proceeds from the race and festivities help the CPC deliver trauma-informed care, forensic services, and child-safe advocacy for families in Sarasota County. Were also welcoming donations of non-perishable food items at the event, which will be distributed to local families facing food insecurity this upcoming holiday season.
Whether youre racing the pumpkins, chasing a personal best, or simply gathering with friends and family for a meaningful morning, join us and let your stride contribute to support, healing, and joy. See you at the finish line!
_FOR BOTH THE 5K AND THE FAMILY FEST, PARTICIPANTS ARE WELCOME TO WEAR COSTUMES IF THEY CHOOSE. ALL COSTUMES MUST BE CHILD FRIENDLY. WEAPON PROPS AND FACE COVERINGS WILL NOT BE PERMITTED- CHILDREN PARTICIPATING IN THE COSTUME CONTEST MAY WEAR FACE COVERINGS DURING THEIR AGE GROUPS CONTEST ONLY. WE WILL NOT PERMIT CLOTHING WITH OBJECTIONABLE MATERIAL (INCLUDING OBSCENE OR VIOLENT THEMES, GRAPHICS, OR LANGUAGE), EXCESSIVELY TORN CLOTHING, OR CLOTHING THAT EXPOSES EXCESSIVE PORTIONS OF SKIN THAT MAY BE VIEWED AS INAPPROPRIATE IN A CHILD-FRIENDLY ENVIRONMENT._
Join us for the race, the family festival, or both! Whether youre a seasoned runner, a brisk walker, have a little one who wants to join the children's dash, or are coming for the Family Fest, this event welcomes everyone and encourages community fun.
At 9 a.m., the Family Fest kicks off with food trucks, trick-or-treating, pumpkin painting, a bounce house, a puppy pit with PAWS therapy dogs, a kids' costume contest, community partners and vendors, and tons of kid-centric fun! Its a celebratory circle of community, compassion, and athletic spirit. THE FAMILY FEST IS OPEN TO ALL WITH FREE ADMISSION. You do not need to participate in the Runaway Pumpkin 5K or the kids' Mini Monster Dash earlier in the morning to gain entry- though we do encourage all runners to join in the festivities and refuel once they cross the finish line!
_Kids costume contest:_
* 0 to 2yrs: 11AM
* 3 to 5yrs: 11:15 AM
* 6 to 8yrs: 11:30 AM
* 9 to 12yrs: 11:45 AM
Proceeds from the race and festivities help the CPC deliver trauma-informed care, forensic services, and child-safe advocacy for families in Sarasota County. Were also welcoming donations of non-perishable food items at the event, which will be distributed to local families facing food insecurity this upcoming holiday season.
Whether youre racing the pumpkins, chasing a personal best, or simply gathering with friends and family for a meaningful morning, join us and let your stride contribute to support, healing, and joy. See you at the finish line!
_FOR BOTH THE 5K AND THE FAMILY FEST, PARTICIPANTS ARE WELCOME TO WEAR COSTUMES IF THEY CHOOSE. ALL COSTUMES MUST BE CHILD FRIENDLY. WEAPON PROPS AND FACE COVERINGS WILL NOT BE PERMITTED- CHILDREN PARTICIPATING IN THE COSTUME CONTEST MAY WEAR FACE COVERINGS DURING THEIR AGE GROUPS CONTEST ONLY. WE WILL NOT PERMIT CLOTHING WITH OBJECTIONABLE MATERIAL (INCLUDING OBSCENE OR VIOLENT THEMES, GRAPHICS, OR LANGUAGE), EXCESSIVELY TORN CLOTHING, OR CLOTHING THAT EXPOSES EXCESSIVE PORTIONS OF SKIN THAT MAY BE VIEWED AS INAPPROPRIATE IN A CHILD-FRIENDLY ENVIRONMENT._
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5600 Peace River Rd, North Port, 34287, FL, United States
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