Golden Pumpkin Plod 10K run/5K walk (50th Annual)

Event Overview

Pumpkin Plod 10K Run / 5K Walk

Join us for our 50th anniversary of a Thanksgiving tradition! This 50th annual race is a USATF certified (IN24005TDK) flat and fast 10K course.

Race Details

• Event Type: Competitive, chip-timed (T&H Timing) event
• Age Divisions: Male & Female: 8 & under, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-18, and 5 year increments up to 80+
• Part of: Calumet Striders 2025 Gold Cup Elite Series
• Pies & Awards: Pumpkin pies for top 3 finishers in each age division, top overall male and female, top masters male (age 40+), and top masters female (age 40+)

Course Information

Both courses begin at Highway Ave. & Kennedy Ave., loop through the streets of Highland, and finish at Lincoln Center. See course map for details.

Participant Perks

• Shirt: Participants will receive a cotton long-sleeve shirt while supplies last.
• Date & Time: Thursday, November 27, 9am start time
• Pre-Registration: ONLY available at runsignup.com
• Race Day Registration: LCC fieldhouse 7:30-8:45am, cash only!

Fees

• Runner (10k): $26 early bird through 10/16 / $33 standard 10/20-11/25 / $40 day-of (cash only)
• Walker (5k): $16 early bird through 10/16/ $23 standard 10/20-11/25 / $30 day-of (cash only)
• Shirt Size: Guarantees shirt size with early bird registration
• Shirt/Bib Pick-up: Lincoln Center fieldhouse on Wednesday, 11/26, 2-9:45pm or race day 7:30-8:45am

Frequently Asked Questions

• Can I run the 5K? Yes but it is not timed and there are no prizes.
• If you sign up for the 10K but decide to run the 5K: PLEASE discard your bib.
• Are strollers allowed? Yes.
• Are dogs allowed? Yes but they must be leashed.

Participants with strollers or dogs are asked to start in the back of the pack and must not interfere with or impede other participants.