The Great Pumpkin Run - Portland

The Great Pumpkin Run - Portland

The Great Pumpkin Run takes place on October 24, 2026, in Portland, Oregon. The event is centered at 1221 SE Oaks Park Way, Portland 97202. The race uses a riverside course with a Halloween theme; participants and spectators may see costumes and seasonal decorations along the route.

The event program includes multiple distance options:

• Half Marathon
• 10K
• 5K
• 5K First 25 Kids Run FREE, open to ages 1 to 12
• Kids Fun Run, open to ages 1 to 12
• The Great Pumpkin Virtual Run

Published entry fees include $75 for the Half Marathon, $45 for the 10K, $35 for the 5K, and $45 for the Virtual Run. Some on-site children’s events have free or reduced entry for early registrants; one kids category is free for the first entries and another is free until a set number then increases to $20. Prices increase after May 15, 2026 for several events; some registrations close on October 24, 2026.

Packet pickup is scheduled the day before at Road Runner Sports and on race day at Sellwood Riverfront Park. The event lists Portland Youth Programs as its official race charity partner. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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