Lake Bluff PTO Pumpkin Chase
Lake Bluff PTO Pumpkin Chase is a running race on October 24, 2026 in Lake Bluff, IL, with entry fees from $20 to $35.
- Date
- October 24, 2026 (93 days to go)
- Price
- $20–$35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
We are on CARA's 2026 Runner's Choice Race Circuit Again!
Lake Bluff PTO Pumpkin Chase 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run is on Saturday October 24, 2026. The 5K starts @ 8AM and the Fun Run starts @ 9:15AM. Our 5K course is a certified course (USATF- IL-14092-JW) that travels along the beautiful tree lined streets of east Lake Bluff down to the bluff overlooking the shores of Lake Michigan. Don't forget to bring the kids as the 1 Mile Fun Run begins shortly after the 5K and is a family favorite with K-8th grade bragging rights on the line. Stick around for post race refreshments, camaraderie, and awards after each race!
**ONLY REGISTRATIONS MADE BY MONDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2026 ARE GUARANTEED A T-SHIRT**
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
58°
Typical Low
40°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Waukegan, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Lake Bluff, IL
Population
5,834
as of 2023
City Elevation
707 ft
Nearest Airport
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 21 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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93
Days to train
- Race
- Lake Bluff PTO Pumpkin Chase
- Date
- October 24, 2026
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Make it a Racecation
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Lake Bluff PTO Pumpkin Chase
Oct 24, 2026