Celebrate a Fall Tradition and Run and Walk with Us on Saturday Morning, October 25!
Please join us on Saturday, October 25 for a annual tradition - The Great Pumpkin Run 5K and Tiny Tot Pumpkin Trot! Open to all ages and abilities, runners and walkers will enjoy a run through the neighborhoods of Grandview Heights on a closed road course.
Tiny Tot Pumpkin Trot
The Tiny Tot Pumpkin Trot is *FREE* for children 6 & under. The Tiny Trot will begin at 8:30 am on Saturday morning (30 minutes before the 5K). The first 100 youth registered will receive an event shirt and a goody bag. Please register in advance if you wish to secure your youth's spot.
Packet Pick Up
Packet pick up will take place Friday, October 24 at the Parks and Recreation Department office located at 1661 Goodale on Saturday, October 25 inside the commons in the Grandview Heights Middle School beginning at 7:30 am.
Parking
Parking is available in the Lot off of Fairview Avenue. Walk directly from the lot to the middle school commons area then directly out to the starting line. Check out the map attached for more information! 1272 Fairview Ave. Columbus Oh 43212.
Oakland Avenue parking lot will be closed this year.
Day of Schedule of Events
- 7:30 a.m. - Event Day Check-in and Registration
- 8:30 a.m. - Tiny Tot Pumpkin Trot
- 8:40 a.m. - Pre-Event Warm Up- Hosted by Orange Theory Fitness- Grandview.
- 9:00 a.m. - Great Pumpkin Run 5K
- 10:15 a.m.- Post Race Stretch- Sponsored by Columbus Spine and Sport Center.
- 10:30 a.m. -Course re-opens, 5K ends
Shirts and Awards
All participants (up to 450) will receive a great-looking official Great Pumpkin Run event shirt. Register early to be sure you receive the t-shirt size that you want.
Why Participate?
The Grandview Heights Parks & Recreation is hosting the Annual Great Pumpkin Run to promote and strengthen community, inspire health and wellness, highlight Grandview Heights and its neighborhoods, and support its programs that give back to the community.
The Grandview Heights Parks & Recreation is a major contributor to the community through its development, maintenance and care of the City's parks, trail system, recreational, educational, and fitness programs, community gardens, and special events that enhance the quality of life for Grandview Heights residents.
To learn more about the Grandview Heights Parks & Recreation, visit their Website.
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
5K Run/Walk Spots remaining: 444
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Run or walk 3.1 miles. All participants will be timed.
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Register for 5K Run/Walk$30.00
Early Registration
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Tiny Tot Pumpkin Run Spots remaining: 72
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Fun Run for Youth ages 6 & Under
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Register for Tiny Tot Pumpkin RunFree
Early Registration
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FAQ
Q: WHERE SHOULD I PARK FOR THE GREAT PUMPKIN RUN?
A: There is plenty of parking the Middle School Parking lots and then along the street. Please park in authorized parking areas only. We do encourage all participants to carpool where possible to save on emissions and support the environment.
Q: IS THE GREAT PUMPKIN RUN A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT?
A: Yes.
Q: HOW ARE THE FUNDS RAISED FROM THIS EVENT USED?
A. All proceeds from this event go towards Grandview Heights recreational and educational programs and services to support the community.
Q: OK, I AM A RUNNER OR WALKER, WHAT DO I DO FIRST?
A: Look for the registration/check-in tent.
If you have pre-registered, look for that sign marked “Pre-Registration”. Check in with the volunteers. You will be given your event shirt, event race bib, and swag bag.
If you have not pre-registered, look for the sign that says “Registration”.
Q: DO I GET A T-SHIRT?
A: T-shirts will be available for the 1st 500 to register. Shirt size guarantee by October 5.
Q: HOW DO I VOLUNTEER FOR THIS EVENT?
A: Check out our Volunteer page for all of the different volunteer opportunities.
Q: WHAT IS THE COURSES LIKE?
A: The course is a fun course that winds through the neighborhoods of Grandview Heights. The course is closed to vehicular traffic.
Q: WHAT IF I GET THIRSTY DURING THE RUN/WALK?
A: Please hydrate well before your run or walk. The 5k course will have a water station at the approximately halfway point of the course. There will be water at the finish line.
Q: WHAT IF I HAVE TO USE THE RESTROOM?
A: Bathroom facilities will be available at the event site.
Q: SOUNDS LIKE A GREAT EVENT! WHO MADE ALL OF THIS POSSIBLE?
A: YOU WILL through your participation!! Also, we have a number of local, caring businesses helping us out. Some of them are mentioned on the Corporate Sponsor page. You can check out the rest of them on signs that will be all over the event site. Also, a number of great companies have donated their products and services to help make this possible.
Directions to Larson Middle School
Larson Middle School is located at 1240 Oakland Ave, Columbus, OH 43212. There is ample parking at the school and surrounding street.
For directions from your location, Visit DIRECTIONS
Running and Walking Course Information
Event schedule
- Sat, October 25, 2025 7:30 AM - On-site Packet Pick-up/Registration
- Sat, October 25, 2025 8:30 AM - Tiny Tot Pumpkin Fun Run
- Sat, October 25, 2025 8:45 AM - 5K run/walk formation begins
- Sat, October 25, 2025 9:00 AM - 5K run/walk begins
- Sat, October 25, 2025 10:15 AM - 5K Course Closed - Run Ends
Contact information
- Event contact
- Craig E Thompson
- Phone
- 6144251156
- Website
- Visit website
