The Great Pumpkin Haul
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The Great Pumpkin Haul
The Great Pumpkin Haul is a 2 mile event at Moon Farm in Fruita, Colorado. The course runs through forests, open fields and past hay bales on the farm grounds. The route crosses varied terrain and stays on farm and natural surfaces.
Each entry includes a pumpkin. Before the event participants pick a pumpkin from the patch; the pumpkin is weighed and marked prior to the start. During the 2 miles participants carry their own pumpkin for the duration of the course. Finishers are those who complete the course while carrying their pumpkin without dropping it.
The organizer lists two registration categories with different fees: a standard registration fee of $45 and a charity entry fee of $65. The event date is October 17, 2026, and the location is 1360 18 1/2 Rd, Fruita, CO 81521. The description focuses on the pumpkin pickup, the requirement to carry the pumpkin, and the farm setting as the defining features of the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
