Tapping of the Great Pumpkin 10k
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Tapping of the Great Pumpkin : November 1, 2026
The event takes place at the Great Pumpkin Venue / Gwynedd Mercy University campus in Gwynedd Valley / Spring House, Pennsylvania. It benefits Gwynedd Mercy University and is presented in partnership with Lower Gwynedd Township Parks & Recreation. Title sponsors include Penna's Italian Market and The Fireside Bar & Grille.
Runners and walkers follow a road course that uses the Lower Gwynedd Township Treweryn Trail system. The surface is described as a road run/walk with more than 90% of the course flat and smooth, though a few short areas may be less even. The route features fall foliage and leaf cover typical for late October.
Available options:
- 10k
- 5k
- 2 Mile Fun Run/Walk (non competitive, un-timed)
- Lil' Pumpkin Kids Run (about 1/3 mile)
The 5k and 10k are chip timed. An awards ceremony and a costume contest are part of the event program. After the races there is an after-party with food provided by Penna's Italian Market for participants wearing race bibs, and free beer for attendees over 21 with a race bib. The event is held rain or shine; organizers reserve the right to revise or cancel for emergency or weather reasons and do not issue refunds, transfers, or credits. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
