The 13th Annual Tapping of the Great Pumpkin 5k, 10k, 2 Mile Fun Run/Walk & Lil' Pumpkin Kids Run!

Race Day Details

• Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026

Race Location

• Venue: Great Pumpkin Venue
• Address: 1325 Sumneytown Pike
• City: Spring House, PA 19477
• GPS: HERE!

Suggested Arrival Time

• Arrival: 8:30-10:15 am
• Registration/Bib Pick-Up: Closes at 10:30 am
• Pre-Race Announcements: 10:45 am
• Lil' Pumpkin Kids Run Kicks Off: 11:00 am

Race Schedule

• Kids Run: 11:00 am (about 1/3 of a mile)
• 10k Start: 11:11 am
• 5k Start: 11:20 am
• 2 Mile Fun Run/Walk: 11:22 am

Important & Fun Reminders

• Dress Up: Don't forget to wear your favorite Halloween costumes!
• Costume Contest: Fun costume contest after the runs & walks!
• After Party: Featuring food from Penna's Italian Market
• Free Beer: Provided by Well Crafted Beer Company for those 21 and over with a race bib!

Awards & Celebration

• Awards Ceremony: Includes costume contest winners!
• Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026
• We look forward to seeing everyone!

Race Overview

• Event: 13th Annual Tapping of the Great Pumpkin 5k, 10k, 2 Mile Fun Run/Walk & Lil' Pumpkin Kids Run!
• Join: 1000+ runners and walkers as we celebrate!
• Register Now: THIS EVENT WILL SELL OUT!

Event Hosting & Partnerships

• Hosted by: Lower Gwynedd Township & Scoogie Events
• Benefiting: Gwynedd Mercy University
• Location: Lower Gwynedd Township
• Innovation Park: In partnership with Spring House Innovation Park

Event Details

• Choose: Chip-timed 5k or 10k!
• Alternative: Non-competitive/Untimed 2 mile Fun Walk/Run
• Registration: Early registration before the t-shirt deadline recommended.
• Costume Optional: Entries in the "Best Costume Contest"!

Awards and Notes

• Overall Winners: Male and female, plus top three in each age category!
• Age Groups: Includes 9 & Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, up to 80-89.
• No Shipping: Awards will not be mailed: notify if leaving early.
• Follow-Up: Packet pick-up & race day information emailed on October 27th.

Registration Link

• Register Here: Tapping of the Great Pumpkin