Lake Bluff PTO Pumpkin Chase
- Date
- October 24, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run · 1 Mile Fun Run
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
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
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What Are You
Waiting For?
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Days to train
- Race
- Lake Bluff PTO Pumpkin Chase
- Date
- October 24, 2026
Coming Up
More Running races near Lake Bluff, IL
12th Annual Dash Around the Lake
8 miles away
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5K
7 miles away
Run the Runway at Chicago Executive Airport
11 miles away
The Police Chase Twilight 5k @ Vernon Hills Days
5K
7 miles away
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Lake Bluff PTO Pumpkin Chase?
- Lake Bluff PTO Pumpkin Chase is a running race held in Lake Bluff, Illinois on October 24, 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 Lake Bluff PTO Pumpkin Chase?
- Saturday, October 24, 2026 in Lake Bluff, Illinois at 31 E. Sheridan Place, Lake Bluff, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Lake Bluff PTO Pumpkin Chase?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Lake Bluff PTO Pumpkin Chase
Oct 24, 2026