The Great Pumpkin Run for Bennett 5k

The Great Pumpkin Run for Bennett 5k

Event Date and Location

• Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
• Time: 8:15 AM
• Location: Levy Park, 403 East 3rd Street
• City: Crowley, LA 70526

Event Purpose

• Beneficiary: Bennett James Guidry, son of David and Joelle Guidry, and the INADcure Foundation.
• Diagnosis: Bennett was diagnosed with Infantile Neuroaxonal Dystrophy (INAD) shortly after his 3rd birthday.
• Fund Allocation: A portion of funds raised will help Bennett's family purchase necessary medical equipment and home modifications.
• Cure Research: Funds will support the INADCure Foundation's efforts towards gene therapy as a treatment for INAD.

Event Activities

• Family Fun: Join us for a fun morning at Levy Park from 8 AM - noon.
• Activities: Aside from the 5k, enjoy food, kid activities, a bake sale, and auction/raffle items.
• Music: Live music will be available throughout the event.
• More Info: Visit PumpkinsforBenny.org for additional information and ways to help.

Registration Information

• Registration Link: Register Here
• Fees:
  • Now till September 23rd - Youth ages 0-14: $25 (includes race shirt)
  • Now till September 23rd - Adults 15 and up: $35 (includes race shirt)
  • September 24th till race day - Youth ages 0-14: $30
  • September 24th till race day - Adults 15 and up: $40
• Same Day Registration: Begins at 7:15 AM, t-shirt not guaranteed.

Packet Pickup

• Location: Levy Park
• Date: Morning of race
• Time: Beginning at 7:00 AM

Age Groups

• Categories: 1-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, etc. (up to 70+)

Awards

• Overall: Top Overall Male & Female
• Ages: 1st, 2nd, 3rd Male & Female in each age group