What is the weather usually like on race day for the Screaming Pumpkin?

Based on the last 10 years of weather data for Peoria, IL, October race mornings typically start near 44°F and warm to around 60°F. On this calendar date it has rained in 2 of the last 10 years.

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Screaming Pumpkin

Peoria, IL

Sat, Oct 24, 2026

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When

Saturday, October 24th, 2026

Where

2218 N Prospect Rd, Peoria IL

Distances

Half · Marathon

Typical weather

44–60°F · some rain risk

See last 10 years

On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years

2025

34–55°F

dry

2024

40–64°F

dry

2023

60–77°F

dry

2022

65–74°F

dry

2021

49–58°F

rain

2020

36–48°F

dry

2019

39–50°F

dry

2018

36–53°F

dry

2017

41–50°F

rain

2016

49–61°F

dry

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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Oct 24

Cloudy · 54–76°F

Saturday, Oct 24starts near 54°F · 0% chance of rain · wind up to 12 mph

About this race

Join us for the 2026 Screaming Pumpkin through Springdale Cemetery

~ Supporting ~

Chills and thrills will keep you motivated as you run or walk through our 2 mile, 6.55 mile, half marathon, full marathon, or full marathon relay!

Run or walk if you dare.

Once you start, there is no turning back. Whichever event you DARE to participate in please be mindful that the course closes at 10pm. Invite all of your friends and family to bring their blankets and chairs and join in cheering you on all the way to the finish line!

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