Great Pumpkin Run 5K - Grandview Heights
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Event Details
The Great Pumpkin Run is an annual 5K run and walk event in Grandview Heights, Ohio. It is scheduled for Saturday, October 24, 2026. The event features a closed road course through the neighborhoods of Grandview Heights.
Distances
- 5K: Participants can run or walk the 5K distance.
- Tiny Tot Pumpkin Trot: This is a free event for children 6 years and under.
Registration and Fees
Registration is available online. Early registration costs $30, while day of registration is $40.
Course and Location
The race starts on Oakland Avenue between First Avenue and Third Avenue in Columbus. Oakland Avenue will be closed from First Avenue to Third Avenue during the event. Parking is provided on Fairview Avenue or in the stadium parking lot at 3rd Avenue and Oakland.
Participant Benefits
The first 400 registered participants for the 5K receive an event shirt. All finishers of the 5K are awarded a medal, with prizes for the first place male and female. For the Tiny Tot Pumpkin Trot, the first 100 registered youth receive an event shirt and a goody bag.
Community Focus
The event is organized by Grandview Heights Parks & Recreation to promote community, health, and wellness. Participants are encouraged to wear costumes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
