
From the Organizer
Get ready for the Pumpkin Run hosted by the Hewitt Area Volunteer Fire Department. This is the 25th running of this event. The race is 5K and runs through the streets and trails of Hewitt. There is also a free kids run just prior to the start of the 5K race.
Bib Pick-Up: Race packet pickup takes place at the Yellowstone Park Pavillion.
Awards
Awards WILL be given at the pavilion after the race
*Overall 1st Male and Female Finisher = $50
*1st, 2nd, and 3rd place medals for overall male and female in each age group
Age Groups: 12 and Under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, and 80+
T-shirts: T-shirts are an option for an additional $15. You must pre-register by XX/XX to guarantee your size. A limited number of t-shirts will be available for sale on race day.
Post Race Celebration: All participants are invited back to the pavilion for a meal, door prizes, 50/50 raffle and celebration. Door prizes will be drawn after the 5K and distributed at the pavilion. ONLY in-person participants will be entered for these door prizes.
Thank you for your continued support to the Hewitt Area Volunteer Fire Department!
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
45°
Typical Low
29°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Marshfield Exp Farm, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
1,245 ft
Nearest Airport
CWA
Central Wisconsin Airport · 23 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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PUMPKIN FUN RUN/WALK
Nov 7, 2026