Gourdys Pumpkin Run
Check out the most FAQ below. Still need some help? Use the contact form at the bottom of the page to get in touch with us.
Head here to learn more about the Virtual Run + Fall-natic Challenge.
We encourage people of all levels and abilities to come out and join us. The race itself is a fun celebration of our favorite season! Whether you run it, walk it, or somewhere in between, you will have a great time. In fact, about 1/3 of all participants opt to walk the 5K.
Check out official GPR merch here.
Once you’re signed up for the Gourdy’s Pumpkin Run, you’ll become part of the Pumpkin Support League! The Pumpkin Support League (or PSL) is an easy way you can earn your registration fee back by inviting friends to join you this fall. Simply share your unique referral link on social media and start accruing referral points!
Earn Your Registration Fee Back
The more people that sign up through your link, the more rewards:
5 Referrals: $20 of your registration fee credited back
10 Referrals: The remainder of your base registration fee credited back
Share Early and Often
The more times you share, the more likely someone will see it and sign up using your link!
Make Sure They Use Your Link
Make sure they click through the link and register on the same visit. If they come back at a later time, the system may not count the referral due to individual browser settings. It’s a good idea to let people know you receive a referral credit as long as they click through your link and sign up in the same browsing session!
The majority of your registration fee goes to cover all the costs associated with producing the event. These include items like the Lightweight Tech Hoodie, finisher’s medal, bib, apple cider, shipping of items (for the Virtual Run), fulfillment service, promotion of the event, event staff, vendors, the list goes on…
Beyond that, we are proud to have our National Charity Partner: Girls on the Run! Gourdy’s Pumpkin Run is donating $1 for every registration this year to Girls on the Run! In addition to our donation, we’re giving participants the opportunity to fundraise and earn their registration fee back, or donate directly to Girls on the Run during registration.
Girls on the Run® is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a world where every girl knows and activates her limitless potential and is free to boldly pursue her dreams. Inspiring girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running, Girls on the Run transforms the lives of girls across the country by teaching them critical life skills that stay with them for a lifetime. We’re so excited for this partnership and encourage you to learn more about it here: https://www.girlsontherun.org/gotr-and-gourdys/
3.1 miles too easy? Looking to challenge yourself a little more? Add on the Tough Pumpkin option and we’ll supply you with a pumpkin to tag along during the 5K!
Here’s how it works:
1. Add Tough Pumpkin during registration.
2. Choose your pumpkin at packet pick-up (sizes range from a couple of pounds up to ten pounds).
3. After crossing the finish line, you’ll receive the exclusive Tough Pumpkin medal in addition to the regular finisher medal!
Are you already signed up for an in-person race and want to add Tough Pumpkin? Manage your registration add-ons in RunSignUp here.
Sorry, even though we’re MAJOR dog people, we’re unable to allow them on the course with you unless they are service animals.
Strollers, wagons, and similar devices are permitted at your discretion.
If using a stroller or wagon, you must line up in the back of the corral (this is for everyones safety and enjoyment on the course!)
Anyone walking or running the course must be a registered participant (we offer youth-sized lightweight tech hoodies!) If you are bringing an infant or young toddler and do not register them, they are not permitted to run or walk the course, nor will they receive any race benefits.
We bring events back year over year as much as we can. However, multiple factors influence where we host races, including demand, increased costs, permitting, and venue agreements.
You can check out all available locations here. We do plan on adding a couple more, which will be announced later this winter.
If we’re not in your neck of the woods in 2026, keep the tradition alive by joining us in the ever-popular Virtual Run here.
Friday packet pickup: We’ll have in-person packet pickup Friday afternoon at the race venue from 4-6PM. Swing by to grab your packet and avoid lines on race morning!
Race day packet pickup: Pick up your items the morning of the run! We recommend arriving at least 1.5 hours before race start. Please check your specific event page for hours!
Celebrate the season with friends by creating a team! It’s easy:
1) The first person to sign up creates the team.
2) That person is the designated team captain. They will enter a team name and then finish their own registration.
3) Then, they can share the team name and password so others can join!
The sweetest part? Each team member will save $5 on their registration!
The team captain does not have to sign everyone up. Rather, each team member can sign up and pay for their own registration, all while still receiving $5 off!
We always need awesome volunteers to help make the race a success. There are several shifts to choose from when signing up as a volunteer. Besides having a great time, you’ll receive:
-Choice of a FREE race registration or a donation made to Girls on the Run
-Exclusive volunteer shirt + beanie
Down to help out? Find a race here, scroll down to the volunteer section, and click the link to view available times.
As cheesy as it sounds, we take a lot of pride in making your experience memorable. Amongst other things, we ensure:
Even though we’ve been running with pumpkins for 10+ years, we’re always implementing new ways to make the race experience that much better for you!
Of course! Fill out the contact form below and we’ll get back with you!
