Oktoberfest Pumpkin Run

OCT

11

2026

Join the OktoberFest Pumpkin Run in Fresno for a festive 5k or Virtual Run through Woodward Park, dotted with scarecrows, pumpkins and Oktoberfest spirit. All finishers receive a locally grown pumpkin, tech shirt and medal, plus costume fun and beer for those 21 and over.

Sun 11 Oct 2026

Fresno, California

Registration

5 kilometers

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OktoberFest Pumpkin Run

The OktoberFest Pumpkin Run is an annual running event taking place on October 11, 2026 in Fresno, CA. The event moved to Woodward Park Shinzen Activity Area. It includes both an in-person 5k event and a Virtual Run. Registration prices are listed for each event and the 5k price increases after August 12, 2026. Virtual registration closes on the event date.

Distances

5k Run Walk
Virtual Run

Event details

All participants receive a locally grown pumpkin, a technical event shirt, and a custom finisher medallion. The in-person event uses chip timing and offers age group awards. The course is decorated with scarecrows and pumpkins. Additional activities include a costume contest and a spirit award. Participants aged 21 and over are eligible to receive a cold beer as part of the Oktoberfest offering. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km

5k Run Walk

Virtual Run