
Gourdy's Pumpkin Run: Columbus is a running race on October 24, 2026 in Columbus, 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 Columbus 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
40°
Chance of Rain
39%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Columbus Wcmh, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
906,480
as of 2023
City Elevation
819 ft
Nearest Airport
CMH
John Glenn Columbus International Airport · 5 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Gourdy's Pumpkin Run: Columbus, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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From Endurance Grid
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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.
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Plan your trip
Coming from out of town? There's more to Columbus 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.
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Gourdy's Pumpkin Run: Columbus
Oct 24, 2026