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OCTOBER 18, 2026
48th Annual Half Moon Bay Pumpkin Run
Presented by Senior Coastsiders
The Pumpkin Run, a tradition in Half Moon Bay for over four decades, treats participants to a majestic course which runs along the Coastal Trail. Portions of the course hug the coastline along the Pacific Ocean. All proceeds benefit Senior Coastsiders, a local non-profit dedicated to providing opportunities, support, and resources for older adults living on the coast from Montara to Pescadero and Skyline to the Sea.
*This event is NOT a dog-friendly event due to insurance reasons.
Please leave your pooch at home.*
CURRENT PRICING
*Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees*
*Half Marathon has a 3.5 hour time limit
Register early to guarantee your spot in your distance of choice and your shirt size. There is no guarantee that there will be openings in your distance of choice or your shirt size of choice as race day approaches.
*Virtual event participants who register AFTER midnight on 10/4/26 and paid for their packet to be mailed (Virtual Events ONLY) may not receive their event shirt (if opted in for event shirt) until after race day, 10/18/26.
Virtual Events:
Can't join us in person this year? We still have the virtual option! Virtual participants have the option of running or walking more than one event! In The Pumpkin Run Trifecta, you can run or walk all three events any time during the event period. Not ready for a half-marathon? Try the Pumpkin Run Double Trouble by completing both the 5K and 10K at any point during the event period. Bundles also come with a price break!
Participants will be able to see how they stack up against other finishers by uploading their times via the ASICS Runkeeper App, manually, or using any other run tracker app and will be able to print a Finisher Certificate.
Complete your event anytime between registration open and October 17th, 2026 (you can do it all in one day or spread it across the weeks leading up to October 17, 2026). If you complete your virtual event weeks or months in advance of the October 4, 2026 registration date cutoff*, you will obtain your race packet along with the other pre-registrants at that time as we will not have packets ready until the week of October 1st.
*All virtual registrations must be completed no later than midnight, October 4th in order to obtain race packet before October 17th! There are no guarantees that your packet will arrive in time prior to October 17th if you register after October 4th.
Race Day Information (in-person events)
The start/finish line is located at the Hatch Elementary School parking lot.
- 6:15 AM - Bib, t-shirt, and pumpkin pick-up opens
- 7:15 AM - Half Marathon Start* - Start line closes promptly at 7:20am
- 7:30 AM - Kid's Fun Run
- 7:45 AM - 10K Run/Walk Start
- 8:00 AM - 5K Run/Walk Start - Start line closes promptly at 8:05am
*Half Marathon has a 3.5 hour cut off
NOTE: The Start Line will close 5 minutes after the start of the 1/2 marathon and 5 minutes after the 5k distance start. Please be at the start line for the distance you are running or walking with your bib pinned on the front of your most visible layer of clothing. We can not guarantee the proper course support to anyone who does not start the race on time.
Parking
There is NO PARKING at Hatch Elementary School lot. Do not park on Miramontes Avenue between Potter Avenue and Hatch Elementary School. This is the race route. You may park in other surrounding streets.
There is parking at Shoreline Station for $25.
There will be parking provided by the PTO in the lots adjacent to Hatch Elementary across from Taqueria Tres Amigos for $20.
Arrive at least 45 minutes prior to your event start time! You will need time to park and get to the start line.
Professional Photographs
Senior Coastsiders is proud to partner with Facchino Photography as the official photographer for the 47th Annual Half Moon Bay Pumpkin Run. Facchino Photography "captures the moment" at races such as Western States 100 Mile Endurance Run (WSER), Tahoe Rim Trail Endurance Runs (TRT), and the Rio Del Lago 100 Mile Endurance Run. Keith is no stranger to local smaller events and you will often see him or his crew hunkered down looking for the perfect image to capture.
Your images will be downloadable shortly after race day. You will be notified by the photographer when images are ready. We will also send out a link to the photographs once they are uploaded for your viewing.
Keep your smile on!
Pumpkin Run Playlist
Coming Soon!
Proceeds from the Pumpkin Run go directly to Senior Coastsiders, a Half Moon Bay non-profit that provides resources, support and opportunities for older adults living on the Coastside. Senior Coastsiders strives to affirm the value and dignity of Seniors and act as a community resource for information, caregiver support and innovative approaches to successful aging. Our programs include daily lunch, classes and lectures, Meals on Wheels, and Home Rehab. For more information, visit seniorcoastsiders.org
Sponsor a Mile
Go The Extra Mile By Sponsoring A Mile!
The first 15 people who donate $100 or more will be eligible to sponsor one of our mile markers! You can even dedicate the mile in memory or in honor of someone special. We will be in contact if you are one of the first 15 to donate $100 or more.
See how many meals your donation provides here.
Examples of Mile Marker dedication or sharing sponsorship:
- Mile 2 - Sponsored by The Smith Family
- Mile 10 - Kate will you marry me? Love, Bill
- Mile 12 - Shop at "store"
Donations can not be used for political advertising or religious expression.
2026 Course Mile Sponsors | |||
Mile Number | Name | Message | |
| Mile 1 | Emma Navarrete | In memory of my mother, Angelina Ramos | |
| Mile 2 | Sandi Winter |
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| Mile 5 - 10k | Bryan Bodas | In memory of Diane Passen |
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| Mile 7 | Coastside Running Club | Inspired by Ron Little |
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Thank you to our 2026 Sponsors! Would you like to Sponsor the 48th Annual Half Moon Bay Pumpkin Run? Email us at pumpkinrun@seniorcoastsiders.org
Thank you to our 2026 Partners! Would you like to be a Partner with us for the 48th Annual Half Moon Bay Pumpkin Run? Email us at pumpkinrun@seniorcoastsiders.org
Companies Using the Pumpkin Run for their Health and Wellness Program
Email pumpkinrun@seniorcoastsiders.org if you are interested in bringing the 48th Annual Pumpkin by Senior Coastsiders to your company.
Sponsors
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SUPPORTING SPONSORS
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Kid's Fun Run Sponsor
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