The Running of the Pumpkins
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Event details
The Running of the Pumpkins 5K takes place on October 25, 2025 in Roswell, Georgia at Roswell Riverside Park (575 Riverside Rd, Roswell, GA 30075). The event supports The Cottage School of Roswell. The race program includes these distances:
- 5K
- Virtual 5K
The in-person 5K has a listed price of $42 and the virtual 5K is listed at $40. The in-person price increases after October 19, 2025. Registration is limited by available spots shown on the event page.
Course, logistics and extras
The course is a single-lap, nearly flat 5K along Riverside Rd beside the river. The event is listed as a Peachtree Road Race qualifier. Costumes are encouraged, a costume contest is held after the race, and all participants receive a special edition Running of the Pumpkins 5K trick-or-treat bag.
Packet pickup is scheduled on October 23 and October 24 at two locations: Gate City Brewing Company (43 Magnolia St, Roswell) and Big Peach Running Company - East Cobb Marietta (Woodlawn Point Shopping Center, 1062 Johnson Ferry Rd, Marietta). Race day packet pickup is generally not offered; exceptions may be approved on a case-by-case basis. A visible registration barcode is required to collect packets. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.