Screaming Pumpkin
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Screaming Pumpkin
The Screaming Pumpkin is a night running event held on October 24, 2026, in Peoria, Illinois. The course is routed through Springdale Cemetery with a starting point at Lower Glen Oak Park. Free parking is provided at Woodruff High School.
The Springdale Cemetery course features winding trails and some incline, with areas described as having flickering shadows and reduced visibility at night. The event lists several race options to accommodate different preferences and group formats.
- Full Marathon - 26.2 miles
- Half Marathon - 13.1 miles
- Marathon Relay - 26.2 miles for a team of 4
- 6.55 Mile - approximately a 10k distance
- 2 Mile - family-friendly spooky walk or run
- Virtual - includes a T-shirt and a medal
Packet pick-up is available Friday, October 23, from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM at RC Outfitters in Peoria, and Saturday, October 24, from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM at Lower Glen Oak Park. The organizer provides images and a gallery related to past editions and course features. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
