
Gourdy's Pumpkin Run: Cincinnati is a running race on October 31, 2026 in Cincinnati, OH, with an entry fee of $44.
From the Organizer
The fall tradition is back!
Get ready to tackle the 5K (3.1 miles) in downtown Cincy 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
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
62°
Typical Low
39°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cincinnati Lunken Ap, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
3,998
as of 2023
City Elevation
501 ft
Nearest Airport
CVG
Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport · 12 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Gourdy's Pumpkin Run: Cincinnati, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
100
Days to train
Enter your email and we'll send more your way.
From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Coming Up
Queen City 5K
Less than a mile away
NIGHT NATION RUN - CINCINNATI
Less than a mile away
Wounded Warrior Project Carry Forward 5K - Cincinnati
Less than a mile away
Pool Run 5k
Less than a mile away
Plan your trip
Coming from out of town? There's more to Cincinnati than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
Plan your trip to CincinnatiFrequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Gourdy's Pumpkin Run: Cincinnati
Oct 31, 2026