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Saturday, October 31st, 2026
5600 Peace River Rd, North Port FL
5K
67–83°F · low rain risk
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About this race
Event Overview
Mark your calendar for a delightfully not-so-spooky Halloween morning full of fun, community, and impact at the Runaway Pumpkin 5K & Family Fest!
Benefitting the Child Protection Center (CPC), this event takes place at CPC’s Keith D. Monda Family Campus of Healing in North Port.
Participation Options
- Race: Join us for the race, whether you’re a seasoned runner or looking for a festive morning walk.
- Kids’ Dash: Have a little one who wants to join the kids' dash.
- Family Fest: Skip the race and come for the FREE Fall Family Fest.
- Community Fun: This event welcomes everyone and encourages community fun.
Family Fest Activities
The Family Fest will kick off at 9 AM and will be overflowing with kid-centric and family fun!
- Trick-or-Treating: Enjoy exciting treats for the little ones.
- Pumpkin Painting: Get creative with pumpkin painting activities.
- Games: Participate in lawn games and inflatable games.
- Cuddle Corner: Visit the puppy pit with PAWS therapy dogs.
Admission Information
The Family Fest is open to all with free admission - you do not need to participate in the race 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: 11:00 AM
- 3 to 5yrs: 11:15 AM
- 6 to 8yrs: 11:30 AM
- 9 to 12yrs: 11:45 AM
Proceeds and Donations
Proceeds will support the Child Protection Center's vital mission of protecting children and strengthening families through expanding child abuse prevention education in local schools, providing critical interventions and medical assessments, and giving more survivors access to highly specialized, trauma-informed therapy.
Join Us
Whether you’ll be chasing a personal best or simply gathering with friends and family for a fun and meaningful morning, join us and let your stride contribute to support, healing, and joy. See you at the finish line! 🎃
Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsorship and underwriting opportunities are available at bit.ly/runaway-pumpkin-sponsorships
Food Donations
We will be welcoming donations of non-perishable food items at the event, which will be distributed to local families facing food insecurity this upcoming holiday season.
Costume Guidelines
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 group’s 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.
Race Details
Date: 2026-10-31
Location: 5600 Peace River Rd, North Port, FL
For more information, visit the race website: Runaway Pumpkin 5K & Family Fest
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