Pumpkin Run and (Free Kid Mile Run)

🎃 Pumpkin Run Overview

The 2nd Annual Pumpkin Run is becoming a new tradition in Kosciusko County! You must be pre-registered to guarantee a medal, pumpkin, shirt or hoodie. Pre-registration ends on November 6th at 1 PM. You may call our office 574-267-0969 if you have questions about registering after 1 PM.

📅 Race Details

• Date: November 14th, 2026
• Time: Day registration will be from 7:45 AM to 8:45 AM (extends to 9:15 AM for 5K participants)
• Location: 1011 E. Arthur Street, Warsaw, IN
• Pick-up: All bibs, shirts, and pumpkins will be picked up on the day of the race

🏞️ Course Description

You will park in the parking lot near the camp ground area and by the Pike Lake beach area. Get ready for a great 5K event! Our run/walk is a beautiful road course in Warsaw, IN. You will enjoy the view of Pike Lake and includes an amazing course as you go through the Beyer Farm trail. Runners and walkers have said this is a wonderful course and can't wait to participate each year. After crossing the finish line, enjoy a cup of apple cider while you choose the perfect pumpkin!

👶 Free Kid Mile Run

The Pumpkin Mile Run will be a great time for kids and they will get to pick out their very own pumpkin at the end of the run. Finishing medal for all participants.

• Activity: Pumpkin painting and carving will be available for all.
• Registration: This is a FREE run/walk!
• Medal: At the finish line, you will get your very own pumpkin and a finisher medal to celebrate your accomplishment!
• Prizes: The top 5 boys and girls overall winners will be recognized and given a special gift.

🏅 Pumpkin Run 5K Registration

• Entry includes: Entry to the 5K
• Hoodie: 2026 Lightweight Hoodie, Great for fall running
• Finisher's medal: 2026 finisher's medal
• Cider: Cup of apple cider at the finish line

🏆 Awards

Overall Male and Female and Age group winners will receive awards too!

🍂 Tough Pumpkin 5K Challenge

3.1 miles too easy? Choose the Tough Pumpkin 5K option and we’ll supply you with a pumpkin to tag along during the 5K! You receive a 2026 lightweight hoodie and a special Tough Pumpkin medal for your accomplishments along with a goodie bag.

• Steps:
  1. Add Tough Pumpkin during registration.
  2. Choose your pumpkin at packet pick-up (sizes range from a couple of pounds up to 15 pounds).
  3. After crossing the finish line, you'll receive the exclusive Tough Pumpkin medal finisher medal! No Age group winners, only Overall Male and Female awards for the Pumpkin Run.

🔗 More Information

For additional details and to register, visit the official race page.