The Running of the Pumpkins 5K
- Date Sun 25th October 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Johns Creek, Georgia
- Price $46.00 - $49.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a spooktacular celebration of fall at the Running of the Pumpkins 5K, taking place on Sunday, October 25th, 2026, in beautiful Johns Creek, Georgia! This family-friendly event starts bright and early at 8:00 AM at the newly developed Cauley Creek Park, located at 7255 Bell Rd. Whether you're an avid runner, a casual jogger, or simply looking to stroll with friends and family, this race welcomes everyone to participate in the fun, Halloween-themed atmosphere.
Participants are encouraged to don their favorite costumes and join in on the festivities, which include a lively post-race costume contest! The 5K course is a fast, flat, and fun route, designed specifically for runners, featuring a custom rubber-paved running path that makes it easy on the joints. Every runner will receive a special edition Running of the Pumpkins 5K tee and a delightful finisher's medal to commemorate the day. Don’t miss your chance to support The Cottage School of Roswell while enjoying a fantastic fall morning filled with camaraderie and community spirit!
Participants are encouraged to don their favorite costumes and join in on the festivities, which include a lively post-race costume contest! The 5K course is a fast, flat, and fun route, designed specifically for runners, featuring a custom rubber-paved running path that makes it easy on the joints. Every runner will receive a special edition Running of the Pumpkins 5K tee and a delightful finisher's medal to commemorate the day. Don’t miss your chance to support The Cottage School of Roswell while enjoying a fantastic fall morning filled with camaraderie and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
THE RUNNING OF THE PUMPKINS 5K
Support THE COTTAGE SCHOOL OF ROSWELL while ushering in the crisp fall weather! NEW RACE LOCATION FOR 2026 !!
DATE: Sunday, October 25th, 2026
START TIME: 8:00 AM
LOCATION: Cauley Creek Park, Johns Creek, GA - 7255 BELL RD, JOHNS CREEK, GA 30097
BENEFICIARY: The Cottage School of Roswell
ABOUT THE EVENT
Grab the whole family and join us for the Running of the Pumpkins 5K! Whether you want to sprint, run, jog, walk, roll, or stroll, this race is welcoming and fun for everyone.
Costumes are highly encouraged! Embrace the Halloween theme, dress up with your friends and family, and stick around for our epic post-race costume contest.
EVERY RUNNER RECEIVES:
A special edition Running of the Pumpkins 5K tee that is guaranteed to become your new favorite go-to shirt.
A totally PUMPTASTIC finisher's medal!
THE COURSE: Fast, Flat, and Fun!
Peachtree Road Race Qualifier & USATF Certified!
Get ready for a new PR! This beautiful, single-lap 5K winds through the woods and around the gorgeous property of the newly developed Cauley Creek Park.
The route features a custom, RUBBER-PAVED RUNNING PATH specifically made for 5K races, making it incredibly fast, flat, and easy on the joints.
PACKET PICK-UP INFO
Due to the large size of this event, We are asking everyone to pick up at our early packet pick ups on the 23rd and 24th
To ensure a smooth and enjoyable morning for all runners and volunteers, we ask that you grab your race number, shirt, and bag at one of our two convenient early pick-up sessions. You are more than welcome to pick up packets for friends and family!
Friday, October 23rd: 2pm to 8:00pm Gate City Brewing Roswell GA
Saturday, October 24th: 12:00 PM 4:00 PM Big Peach Running Company East Cobb
NOTE: We understand that attending early pick-up isn't possible for absolutely everyone. If you have a schedule conflict, please reach out to us Via Email. We will approve race-day pick-up on a case-by-case basis. Thank you for your understanding!
Please submit any questions through our race website. We can't wait to run with the pumpkins!
WHAT TO BRING TO PACKET PICK-UP
Please have your registration confirmation ready when you arrive. To keep the lines moving quickly, we need to be able to scan the barcode on your confirmation to check you in.
How to show your confirmation:
On your phone: You can show us the confirmation email or add it to your Apple Wallet (just tap the "Add to Apple Wallet" icon at the top of your confirmation email).
Printed copy: A printed paper copy works perfectly, too!
Picking up for friends or family? If you are picking up packets for multiple people, we highly recommend bringing printed copies of each person's registration, OR making sure you have all of their passes saved to your Apple Wallet before you arrive.
Can't find your confirmation email?
Search your inbox for an email from RunSignup with the subject line: "The Running of the Pumpkins 5k Registration Confirmation".
If you still can't find it, you can easily resend it to yourself! Just log into www.runsignup.com, go to My Profile, scroll to your current races, and select Resend Confirmation.
Support THE COTTAGE SCHOOL OF ROSWELL while ushering in the crisp fall weather! NEW RACE LOCATION FOR 2026 !!
DATE: Sunday, October 25th, 2026
START TIME: 8:00 AM
LOCATION: Cauley Creek Park, Johns Creek, GA - 7255 BELL RD, JOHNS CREEK, GA 30097
BENEFICIARY: The Cottage School of Roswell
ABOUT THE EVENT
Grab the whole family and join us for the Running of the Pumpkins 5K! Whether you want to sprint, run, jog, walk, roll, or stroll, this race is welcoming and fun for everyone.
Costumes are highly encouraged! Embrace the Halloween theme, dress up with your friends and family, and stick around for our epic post-race costume contest.
EVERY RUNNER RECEIVES:
A special edition Running of the Pumpkins 5K tee that is guaranteed to become your new favorite go-to shirt.
A totally PUMPTASTIC finisher's medal!
THE COURSE: Fast, Flat, and Fun!
Peachtree Road Race Qualifier & USATF Certified!
Get ready for a new PR! This beautiful, single-lap 5K winds through the woods and around the gorgeous property of the newly developed Cauley Creek Park.
The route features a custom, RUBBER-PAVED RUNNING PATH specifically made for 5K races, making it incredibly fast, flat, and easy on the joints.
PACKET PICK-UP INFO
Due to the large size of this event, We are asking everyone to pick up at our early packet pick ups on the 23rd and 24th
To ensure a smooth and enjoyable morning for all runners and volunteers, we ask that you grab your race number, shirt, and bag at one of our two convenient early pick-up sessions. You are more than welcome to pick up packets for friends and family!
Friday, October 23rd: 2pm to 8:00pm Gate City Brewing Roswell GA
Saturday, October 24th: 12:00 PM 4:00 PM Big Peach Running Company East Cobb
NOTE: We understand that attending early pick-up isn't possible for absolutely everyone. If you have a schedule conflict, please reach out to us Via Email. We will approve race-day pick-up on a case-by-case basis. Thank you for your understanding!
Please submit any questions through our race website. We can't wait to run with the pumpkins!
WHAT TO BRING TO PACKET PICK-UP
Please have your registration confirmation ready when you arrive. To keep the lines moving quickly, we need to be able to scan the barcode on your confirmation to check you in.
How to show your confirmation:
On your phone: You can show us the confirmation email or add it to your Apple Wallet (just tap the "Add to Apple Wallet" icon at the top of your confirmation email).
Printed copy: A printed paper copy works perfectly, too!
Picking up for friends or family? If you are picking up packets for multiple people, we highly recommend bringing printed copies of each person's registration, OR making sure you have all of their passes saved to your Apple Wallet before you arrive.
Can't find your confirmation email?
Search your inbox for an email from RunSignup with the subject line: "The Running of the Pumpkins 5k Registration Confirmation".
If you still can't find it, you can easily resend it to yourself! Just log into www.runsignup.com, go to My Profile, scroll to your current races, and select Resend Confirmation.
Races
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The Running of the Pumpkins 5k
Incl. $4.00 Fee & Running of the Pumpkins 5k Shirt
Sun 25th October 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$46.00
LIVE IN PERSON RACING Each Participant receives : Long sleeve Tri blend Running of the Pumpkins shirt Finishers Medal Eligible for Age Group and Overall Awards -
Virtual 5k Run
Incl. $4.00 Fee & Running of the Pumpkins 5k Shirt
$49.00
Run any 5k course anytime anywhere Each Participant receives Long sleeve Tri blend The Running of the Pumpkins shirt You can run a 5k anywhere any time your results will however not be eligible for awards Finisher Medal
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