LECOM Costume Caper 5k Family Fun Run/Walk
Sat, Oct 17, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT
- Location
- Pittsburgh, PA
- Pittsburgh Riverfront Trail in the "Strip District", 2545 Railroad St., 15222
- Type
- RUN
Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.
At a glance
A festive Halloween 5K in Pittsburgh, where costumes, pumpkin festival vibes, and supporting medical students come together for a fun run.
- Fun
- Scenic
- Competitive
- Quirky
- Festive
Fun
Scenic
Competitive
Quirky
FestiveGreat for
- For a Cause
- Family Friendly
For a Cause
Family FriendlyJoin the LECOM Costume Caper 5K Family Fun Run/Walk in Pittsburgh, a lively event set within the famous Pittsburgh Monster Pumpkins Festival. This Halloween-themed race encourages all participants, from avid runners to casual strollers, to don their favorite costumes for a chance at fantastic giveaways. Beyond the festive fun, your participation supports deserving medical students. Enjoy a timed 5K, receive a unique "Jumbo Jack" pumpkin medal, and embrace the spirit of community and giving.
What to expect
- Embrace the Halloween spirit by running or walking in your favorite costume.
- Receive a unique "Jumbo Jack" pumpkin medal and other cool race swag.
- Enjoy a timed 5K experience with chip timing, offering category awards for costumed participants.
Standout details
- Part of Pittsburgh Monster Pumpkins Festival
- Halloween costume theme with awards
- Unique "Jumbo Jack" pumpkin medal
- Supports medical students
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Distances & registration
2 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 5K
Sat, Oct 17, 8:00 AM EDT · From $27.75
Opens Apr 14, 2026, 8:51 AM EDT · Closes Oct 17, 2026, 4:10 AM EDT
- 5K
Sat, Oct 17, 8:00 AM EDT · From $0.00
Opens Apr 14, 2026, 8:51 AM EDT · Closes Oct 17, 2026, 5:05 AM EDT
Vibe Check
Easygoing
EasygoingThe course
- Hilly
- Family-oriented
From the organizer
Last Day to guarantee your shirt size is Sept 27th. After that first come first to get the shirts !!
Register NOW for the LECOM Costume Caper 5K Family Fun Run/Walk... Part of the famous Pittsburgh Monster Pumpkins Festival!
Proceeds support deserving medical students training to brave the front-lines everywhere.
Young and old…avid racers or exercise trotters, or just plain scenic strollers…and where all participants are encouraged to disguise themselves in their favorite Halloween-themed getups! Why? Because fantastic giveaways await clever, cute and cool costume wearers: scariest, funniest and most original. Shy about donning a costume? We understand…everyone’s a winner really, so take comfort knowing each participant receives medals and some cool race bling regardless.
All participants receive the unique "Jumbo Jack" pumpkin medal and other cool swag...separate category awards too for those who come in costume and disguise...So Don't Wait!
Race will be timed by Miles of Smiles Timing complete with a disposable chip on the bib number.
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