The Great Pumpkin Run for Bennett 5k

  • Date Sat 30th October 2027
  • Time 8:15AM CDT
  • Location Crowley, Louisiana
  • Price $27.95 - $38.50
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Join us for The Great Pumpkin Run for Bennett 5K on Saturday, October 30, 2027, at Levy Park in Crowley, Acadia! This spirited event is not just about running; it’s a fantastic opportunity to support a meaningful cause. The race kicks off at 8:15 AM, and participants can enjoy a fun-filled morning with food, kid-friendly activities, a bake sale, and exciting auction raffles, all while raising funds to benefit Bennett James Guidry and the INADCURE Foundation.

Bennett, who was diagnosed with Infantile Neuroaxonal Dystrophy (INAD) shortly after his third birthday, needs your help. A portion of all registration fees will go towards purchasing necessary medical equipment for Bennett's family and supporting critical research efforts aimed at developing gene therapy for this challenging condition. Sign up early to secure your race shirt and be part of this uplifting community event that blends fitness with philanthropy. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a family looking for a fun day out, The Great Pumpkin Run is the perfect way to make a difference!

Organiser's Description

THE GREAT PUMPKIN RUN FOR BENNETT 5K

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2026 AT 8:15AM

LEVY PARK, 403 EAST 3RD STREET,

CROWLEY, LA 70526



WE WILL BE HOSTING A 5K RUN TO BENEFIT BENNETT JAMES GUIDRY, SON OF DAVID AND JOELLE GUIDRY, AND THE INADCURE FOUNDATION.

BENNETT WAS DIAGNOSED WITH INFANTILE NEUROAXONAL DYSTROPHY (INAD) SHORTLY AFTER HIS 3RD BIRTHDAY. A PORTION OF FUNDS RAISED WILL HELP HIS FAMILY PURCHASE NECESSARY MEDICAL EQUIPMENT ALONG WITH MAKING HOME MODIFICATIONS TO GIVE BENNETT THE BEST HOME ENVIRONMENT.

THE INADCURE FOUNDATION IS WORKING DILIGENTLY WITH SCIENTISTS AND RESEARCHERS TO DEVELOP GENE THERAPY AS A POSSIBLE TREATMENT FOR INAD (WHICH CURRENTLY HAS NO TREATMENT OPTIONS). A LARGE PORTION OF FUNDS RAISED WILL GO DIRECTLY TO THE INADCURE FOUNDATION, A 501C3 NON-PROFIT FOUNDATION, IN SUPPORT OF THEIR VALIANT EFFORTS TO CURE THIS TERRIBLE, TERMINAL DISEASE. PLEASE VISIT PUMPKINSFORBENNY.ORG, FOR MORE INFORMATION REGARDING INAD AND WAYS TO HELP.

JOIN US AT LEVY PARK IN CROWLEY FROM 8AM - NOON ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24TH FOR A FAMILY FUN MORNING. ASIDE FROM THE 5K, WE WILL HAVE FOOD, ACTIVITIES FOR THE KIDS, A BAKE SALE, AUCTION/RAFFLE ITEMS AND MUSIC.



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_REGISTRATION FEES:_

NOW TILL SEPTEMBER 23RD - YOUTH AGES 0-14 - $25 (INCLUDES RACE SHIRT)

NOW TILL SEPTEMBER 23RD - ADULT AGES 15 AND UP - $35 (INCLUDES RACE SHIRT)

SEPTEMBER 24TH TILL RACE DAY - YOUTH AGES 0-14 - $30

SEPTEMBER 24TH TILL RACE DAY - ADULT AGES 15 AND UP - $40



SAME DAY RACE REGISTRATION WILL BEGIN AT 7:15 AM BUT T-SHIRT IS NOT GUARANTEED.



_PACKET PICKUP (LOCATION, DATE & TIME): _



LEVY PARK, MORNING OF RACE BEGINNING AT 7:00 AM.





_AGE GROUPS:_

(1-14,15-19,20-29,30- 39,ETC. 70+)





_AWARDS:_

TOP OVERALL MALE & FEMALE, & 1ST, 2ND, 3RD, MALE & FEMALE IN EACH AGE GROUP

Races

  • 5K Run/Walk - Youth Ages 0-14

    Incl. $2.95 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 30th October 2027 (8:15AM CDT)

    $27.95

    OPENS 07 JUN 27
  • 5K Run/Walk - Ages 15 & Older

    Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 30th October 2027 (8:15AM CDT)

    $38.50

    OPENS 07 JUN 27

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Location

403 East 3rd Street, Levy Park, Crowley, 70526, LA, United States

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