Wichita State University, Wichita KS
Saturday, October 17th, 2026
🎃 Welcome to the Pumpkin Run
Join us for the annual Pumpkin Run 5K on the beautiful Wichita State University campus!
Celebrate fall with fellow runners, walkers, and Shockers at one of Wichita State’s favorite traditions!
🏅 Event Details
- Date: 2026-10-17
- Location: Wichita State University, Wichita, KS
- Website: WSU Pumpkin Run
- Events: 5K & 1K Fun Run
👕 Participant Perks
- T-shirt: Pumpkin Run participants will receive an event T-shirt.
- Finisher Medal: All finishers will receive a medal.
- Awards: Presented to top finishers in each age group and overall winners.
- Virtual Option: Can’t make it in person this year? Race with us virtually!
👫 Referral Program
Running with friends? Invite them to join using your personalized referral link! When five or more friends register with your code, you’ll earn $15 off your own registration through our Referral Program.
👶 Little Pumpkins Welcome
Our Little Pumpkin Run 1K Fun Run is perfect for kids 10 and under. Each child receives a T-shirt and Finisher Medal.
🎗️ Charity Partner
This year, $1 from every registration will go toward the 2026 Charity Partner: Suspenders4Hope™, supporting mental health awareness and suicide prevention.
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