In 51 days · Sat, Sep 26, 2026
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When
Saturday, September 26th, 2026
Where
13463 State Parkway, Brighton MI
Distance
5K
Typical weather
56–72°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
55–75°F
dry
2024
59–73°F
dry
2023
58–68°F
rain
2022
51–58°F
rain
2021
50–73°F
dry
2020
59–78°F
dry
2019
55–67°F
dry
2018
52–70°F
dry
2017
68–87°F
dry
2016
59–66°F
rain
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About this race
Pumpkinfest Run South Lyon 2026
Event Details
- Date: September 26, 2026
- Location: 13463 State Parkway, Brighton, MI
- URL: Pumpkinfest Run Registration
- Construction Notice: Pontiac Trail is unavailable for 2026
Course Information
- History: Over 30 years of cross country competition at Island Lake State Recreation Area
- Course Type: Grass course with painted lines and marshals
- Challenge: A challenging course set on the shores of Kent Lake
- Race Length: Pumpkinfest 5K Run
Participant Experience
- Quality: Enjoy a quality course
- Timing: Professional timing provided
- Refreshments: Complimentary refreshments available
- Awards: Age group and gender-based awards will be given
Additional Perks
- Festival Tickets: Receive tickets redeemable at the Pumpkinfest Festival
- Course Map: Available at www.slxc.com/pumpkinfest-run
- Photography: Complimentary pictures will be available via a link after the run
- Coaching Advice: Participants encouraged to be bold and try new things
Course map
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