The Running of the Pumpkins 5k
Sunday, October 25, 2026
Past event
8:00 AM EDT
Johns Creek, Georgia
$49.00–$54.00 · 2 races
5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes and embrace the festive spirit at the Running of the Pumpkins 5K on Sunday, October 25th, 2026! This exciting event will take place at the beautiful Cauley Creek Park in Johns Creek, Fulton, Georgia, starting at 8:00 AM. Perfect for runners of all abilities, this family-friendly race welcomes everyone to sprint, jog, walk, or stroll in their favorite Halloween costumes.
The fast and flat 5K course is a Peachtree Road Race Qualifier and USATF Certified, ensuring a fantastic opportunity to chase a personal best while enjoying the vibrant autumn scenery. Each participant will receive a special edition Running of the Pumpkins 5K tee and a unique finisher's medal that celebrates the spirit of the season. Don’t miss out on the post-race costume contest, where creativity shines! Join the fun, support The Cottage School of Roswell, and make unforgettable memories at this pumpkin-themed celebration!
The fast and flat 5K course is a Peachtree Road Race Qualifier and USATF Certified, ensuring a fantastic opportunity to chase a personal best while enjoying the vibrant autumn scenery. Each participant will receive a special edition Running of the Pumpkins 5K tee and a unique finisher's medal that celebrates the spirit of the season. Don’t miss out on the post-race costume contest, where creativity shines! Join the fun, support The Cottage School of Roswell, and make unforgettable memories at this pumpkin-themed celebration!
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The Running of the Pumpkins 5k
Incl. $4.00 Fee & Running of the Pumpkins 5k shirt
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
Entries closed8:00 AM EDT
$54.00
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Virtual 5k Run
VirtualIncl. $4.00 Fee & Running of the Pumpkins 5k Shirt
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
Entries closed8:00 AM EDT
$49.00
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: 4pm to 8:30pm 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: 4pm to 8:30pm 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.
Location
7255 Bell Rd, Johns Creek, 30097, GA, United States
The Running of the Pumpkins 5k
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