In 45 days · Sat, Oct 10, 2026
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When
Saturday, October 10th, 2026
Where
Fairpark, Tupelo MS
Distance
5K
Typical weather
59–79°F · low rain risk
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2025
58–78°F
dry
2024
57–82°F
dry
2023
60–82°F
dry
2022
48–78°F
dry
2021
65–85°F
dry
2020
67–75°F
rain
2019
69–83°F
dry
2018
73–84°F
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2017
72–83°F
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2016
58–82°F
dry
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About this race
Le Bonheur Pumpkin Run
Tupelo, MS
October 10, 2026
Race Information
- Location: Fairpark, Tupelo, MS
- Date: October 10, 2026
- More Info: Le Bonheur Pumpkin Run Registration
Story of Katy Mae
- Unexpected News: Jessie Knight went for a routine ultrasound when she was 20 weeks pregnant and received unexpected news about their baby's medical conditions.
- Medical Journey: Katy Mae was born with several severe birth defects, leading to multiple diagnoses including cloacal exstrophy, spina bifida, a club foot, and hip dysplasia.
Care at Le Bonheur
- Treatment: Katy Mae received extensive care from orthopedic surgeons and urologists at Le Bonheur.
- Surgeries: She has undergone 25 surgeries on her legs, feet, hips, spine, and abdomen.
- Support: The staff at Le Bonheur, including doctors, nurses, and respiratory therapists, made the family feel well cared for.
- Outpatient Care: The Le Bonheur Tupelo Outpatient Center allowed for closer care to home, reducing long travel times for treatments.
Grateful Family
- Quality of Life: Jessie expresses gratitude for the ability to visit the Tupelo clinic, enhancing their family's time together.
- Achievements: Today, Katy Mae is thriving, walking and having graduated high school with her class.
- Making a Difference: The Knight family emphasizes that participation in the Pumpkin Run helps support kids like Katy Mae.
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