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Kent Pumpkin Run Anniversary Race
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Kent Pumpkin Run Anniversary Race

Kent, Connecticut, United States View on map
Oct 25, 2026 (America/New_York local time)
Running

About this race

For fifty years, runners have gathered in Kent on a crisp autumn morning to celebrate fitness, friendship, community, and fun. What began as a small local race has grown into Kent's largest one-day community event and one of the most beloved fall traditions in Connecticut.

On Sunday, October 25, 2026, join us as we celebrate the 50th Annual Kent Pumpkin Run and write the next chapter in this incredible story.

Whether you're chasing a personal record, competing for a prize, running in costume, or simply soaking in the festive atmosphere, you'll be part of a tradition that has brought generations together.

🏃‍♀️ 5-Mile Road Race
🕛 Race Starts Promptly at Noon
🎭 Award-Winning Costume Contest
💰 Cash Prizes for Overall Winners
🏅 Age Group Awards
👧🧒 Kids Fun Run at 11AM
🍂 Beautiful Fall Scenery
❤️ A Celebration of Community

From superheroes and pumpkins to pirates and princesses, costumes have become just as famous as the race itself. So gather your friends, put together your best costume, and join hundreds of runners as they take on one of Connecticut's most scenic courses.

Online registration remains open until race time at noon on Sunday, October 25, 2026.

After the race, spend the afternoon enjoying Kent's unique shops, restaurants, galleries, and small-town charm.

The Kent Pumpkin Run is proudly organized by the Kent Chamber of Commerce and hosted by the Kent Green Shopping Center.

A heartfelt thank you to our volunteers, sponsors, local businesses, and runners. Because of your support, this tradition has thrived for 50 years.

🎃 Run the Course.
🎃 Wear the Costume.
🎃 Celebrate the Tradition.
🎃 Celebrate 50 Years.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            

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Running

5 Mile Kent Pumpkin Run

Oct 25, 2026 8K 11:00 AM
$42.00
Open

Kids Fun Run

The Kids Fun Run will be held at 10:30 AM. For kids 12 years old and under. Each runner in the Kids Fun Run has the option of either a 1/2 mile and 1 mile run.  Each runner receives a race bib and a prize!  We will also hold a costume contest for the Kids!

Oct 25, 2026 Kids Fun Run 10:30 AM
Free
Open

Course

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  • Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
  • Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
  • Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
  • Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 3 Kent events

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