
From the Organizer
Annual 5K & Fun Run - The Great Pumpkin Run 5K benefiting the DeKalb Country Children's Advocacy Center. ALL proceeds from the 5K will go to the DeKalb Country Children's Advocacy Center to help abused children in DeKalb County.
Pre-Registration is $35.00. Race Day Registration is $40.00. Race Day Registration will close at 7:45am.
To be guaranteed a race day shirt you must be registered by October 6th.
OVERALL MALE and FEMALE WINNERS CASH PRIZES: $100
Fun Run for ages 9 and under will begin at 9:00 AM.
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
70°
Typical Low
46°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Ft Payne, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
5,613
as of 2023
Elevation
1,311 ft
Nearest Airport
CHA
Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field) · 52 mi
Major Hub
BHM
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport · 83 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
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Days to train
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The Great Pumpkin Run 5K - MTNA-Rainsville
Oct 31, 2026