The Great Masked Pumpkin Race
- Date
- October 17, 2026
- Distance
- 1 Mile · 5K · Other
- Price
- $30
From the Organizer
Billings Best Pumpkin Run
Race Venue: Riverfront Park - RACE DAY REGISTRATIONS AVAILABLE IF RACE IS NOT SOLD OUT. (Limited to 350 Racers)
Here's How It Works
1. Register for the 1Mile, 2Mile or 3Mile Course
2. Pick out your PUMPKIN at a quarter of mile from finish line (1 per registered participant) and bring back to the finish line!
3. Yes, you get to keep the pumpkin!
4. Yes, you can use a wagon or stroller to help carry your pumpkin, or a really strong friend 💪.
*This race is not timed!
PACKET-PICKUP WILL BE HELD ON RACE DAY
Time: 10:00am - 11:00am
Location: Riverfront Park, Billings MT.
8001 SOUTH BILLINGS BLVD.
RACE TIMES
3 MILE - 11:30 AM
2 MILE - 11:40 AM
1 MILE - 11:45 AM
Costumes, Costumes & More Costumes!!
We will be awarding prizes for best costumes - individuals and family.
As this is a public event, we kindly request that no weapons, whether real or imitation, be permitted during the race. This includes items such as firearms, knives, pitchforks, ropes and similar objects.
Registration includes:
- (1) Pumpkin Per Registration
- Race Entry
- GMPR Swag
- Entry in to all of our amazing giveaways
*Children 5 and under are free. No registration is needed for young children.
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
60°
Typical Low
35°
Chance of Rain
25%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Billings Wfo, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Billings, MT
Population
118,321
as of 2023
City Elevation
3,226 ft
Nearest Airport
BIL
Billings Logan International Airport · 1 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at The Great Masked Pumpkin Race, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
122
Days to train
- Race
- The Great Masked Pumpkin Race
- Date
- October 17, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is The Great Masked Pumpkin Race?
- The Great Masked Pumpkin Race is a running race held in Billings, Montana on October 17, 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 Great Masked Pumpkin Race?
- Saturday, October 17, 2026 in Billings, Montana at 8001 S. Billings Blvd.. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for The Great Masked Pumpkin Race?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
The Great Masked Pumpkin Race
Oct 17, 2026