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Gourdy's Pumpkin Run: Akron

Sat, Oct 17, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT

Location
Akron, OH
300 S Main St., 44308
Featured distance
5K
Type
RUN
Official registration

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At a glance

A charming fall 5K in Akron, complete with apple cider, pumpkins, and a mission to support Girls on the Run. Perfect for all ages and abilities.

  • Fun
  • Scenic
  • Quirky
  • Festive
  • For a Cause

Who it's for

  • Walkers Welcome
  • Women’s Focus

Great for: walkers, cause-driven runners

Less ideal for: pure PR-chasing on a bare course

Embrace the autumn spirit at Gourdy's Pumpkin Run, a beloved fall tradition in downtown Akron. This 5K welcomes runners and walkers of all ages and abilities to enjoy a scenic, picture-perfect course. After crossing the finish line, celebrate with a warm cup of apple cider and select your very own pumpkin to take home. Your participation also supports Girls on the Run, empowering young girls to realize their limitless potential. It's a festive event blending community, charity, and seasonal charm.

What to expect

  • A 5K course open to runners and walkers of all ages and abilities.
  • Receive a lightweight tech hoodie, a finisher's medal, and a commemorative bib.
  • Enjoy a cup of apple cider and choose a small pumpkin at the finish line.

Standout details

  • Supports Girls on the Run
  • Lightweight tech hoodie included
  • Post-race apple cider
  • Take home a small pumpkin

Perks & features

  • Swag Included

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Vibe Check

Easygoing

  • Rolling area

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

  • Rolling
  • Walkers welcome
From the organizer

The fall tradition is back!

Get ready to tackle the 5K (3.1 miles) in downtown Akron this October. Open to all ages and abilities, runners and walkers will enjoy a picture-perfect course. After crossing the finish line, enjoy a cup of apple cider while you choose the perfect pumpkin!

Gourdy’s Pumpkin Run has become a tradition for hundreds of thousands of fall-natics since 2012. Your registrations helps support Girls on the Run, who is dedicated to creating a world where every girl knows and activates her limitless potential and is free to boldly pursue her dreams.

Registration Includes: -Entry to the 5K -2026 Lightweight Tech Hoodie, perfect for fall running weather -2026 finisher's medal -Commemorative race bib with chip timing -Cup of apple cider at the finish line -Small pumpkin to take home

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