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When
Saturday, October 17th, 2026
Where
Ivoryton Library, Ivoryton CT
Distances
5K
Typical weather
51–64°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 4 of the last 10 years
2025
44–62°F
dry
2024
40–58°F
dry
2023
46–62°F
dry
2022
50–64°F
rain
2021
53–62°F
rain
2020
44–59°F
rain
2019
49–62°F
rain
2018
47–60°F
dry
2017
43–56°F
dry
2016
61–71°F
dry
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About this race
Race Overview
- Event: Ivoryton Pumpkin Chase
- Date: 2026-10-17
- Location: Ivoryton Library, Ivoryton, CT
- Distance: 5K Road/Trail Race
Course Details
- Scenery: Takes place in peak foliage season of southern New England.
- Starting Point: Course begins along Main Street for approximately ½ mile.
- Trail Entry: At the one mile mark, the course enters the Falls River Preserve for a 1.1 mile trail loop.
- Trail Conditions: Hilly and rocky single track, with care needed due to rocks and roots, and slipperiness in wet conditions.
Walker Information
- Encouragement: Walkers are encouraged to participate.
- Route: Walkers will do a loop to/from Falls River Preserve trail head.
- Distance: Trail route is not included in the 2-mile walk.
- Registration: Race shirts provided subject to availability at time of registration.
Additional Information
- Costume Contest: A prize for best costume will be awarded. Be festive!
- Sponsorship: Contact Ivoryton Library at staff@:ivorytonlibrary.org if you or your organization would like to be a sponsor and have your logo included on our t-shirts.
- More Details: For further information, visit the official race page here.
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