Gourdy's Pumpkin Run: Akron
- Date
- October 17, 2026
- Location
- 300 S Main St., Akron, OH
- Distance
- 5K Run or Walk
From the Organizer
The fall tradition is back!
Get ready to tackle the 5K (3.1 miles) in downtown Akron this October. Open to all ages and abilities, runners and walkers will enjoy a picture-perfect course. After crossing the finish line, enjoy a cup of apple cider while you choose the perfect pumpkin!
Gourdy’s Pumpkin Run has become a tradition for hundreds of thousands of fall-natics since 2012. Your registrations helps support Girls on the Run, who is dedicated to creating a world where every girl knows and activates her limitless potential and is free to boldly pursue her dreams.
Registration Includes:
-Entry to the 5K
-2026 Lightweight Tech Hoodie, perfect for fall running weather
-2026 finisher's medal
-Commemorative race bib with chip timing
-Cup of apple cider at the finish line
-Small pumpkin to take home
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
64°
Typical Low
44°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Akron Fulton Intl Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Akron, OH
Population
189,526
as of 2023
Elevation
986 ft
Nearest Airport
CAK
Akron Canton Regional Airport · 12 mi
Major Hub
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 28 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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- Race
- Gourdy's Pumpkin Run: Akron
- Date
- October 17, 2026
- Location
- 300 S Main St., Akron, OH
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Gourdy's Pumpkin Run: Akron?
- Gourdy's Pumpkin Run: Akron is a running race held in Akron, Ohio on October 17, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Gourdy's Pumpkin Run: Akron?
- Saturday, October 17, 2026 in Akron, Ohio at 300 S Main St., Akron, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Gourdy's Pumpkin Run: Akron?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Gourdy's Pumpkin Run: Akron
Oct 17, 2026