Allardt Great Pumpkin Festival Pumpkin Run **MUST REGISTER BY SEPTEMBER 27TH TO RECEIVE A T-SHIRT** 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Allardt, Tennessee
- Entry fee
- From $20
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allardt Great Pumpkin Festival Pumpkin Run 10K | 10K | Oct 3, 20268:00 AM | $35 | – |
| Allardt Great Pumpkin Festival Pumpkin Run 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk | Kids | Oct 3, 20268:00 AM | $35 | – |
| Allardt Great Pumpkin Festival Pumpkin Run 5K | 5K | Oct 3, 20268:00 AM | $35 | – |
| No run/walk, I just want a race shirt | – | Oct 3, 20268:00 AM | $20 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $35 until Oct 3.
Online registration closes Oct 3, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $35, entry is about 17 percent below a typical 10K in Tennessee, which costs $42 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 10K in Tennessee runs 1:05:46, about 10:35 a mile, based on 65 races with published results. Women typically finish in 1:12:05 and men in 1:00:23.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:34 AM, and the Allardt Great Pumpkin Festival Pumpkin Run 10K starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 1,500 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
220 Portland Ave., Allardt, TN 38504
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 3 the day usually runs from 58°F at dawn to 76°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 16% of days. Cold snaps dip to 45°F and hot years reach 82°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 220 Portland Ave., Allardt, TN 38504Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 1,500 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K, 10K, Kids
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 3, 2026), 2025 (Oct 4, 2025), 2024 (Oct 5, 2024), 2023 (Oct 7, 2023), 2022 (Oct 1, 2022)
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Quick answers
- When is Allardt Great Pumpkin Festival Pumpkin Run **MUST REGISTER BY SEPTEMBER 27TH TO RECEIVE A T-SHIRT**?
- Saturday, October 3, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $20 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 3, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Tennessee?
- At $35, entry is about 17 percent below a typical 10K in Tennessee, which costs $42 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, 10K, Kids.
- Where does it start?
- 220 Portland Ave., Allardt, TN 38504.
From the organizers
Lace up for a day of fall fun!
The Allardt Pumpkin Festival is a tradition you won't want to miss! With vendors, a tractor show, live entertainment, a parade, a beauty pageant, and so much more, the festival offers something for the entire family. And, of course, the highlight of the day is the famous pumpkin weigh-in!
The festivities kick off with the Allardt Pumpkin Run!
Join us for a 10K, 5K, or Fun Run Mile, then stick around and enjoy everything the Pumpkin Festival has to offer. Whether you're chasing a personal best, looking for a fun family morning, or simply want to enjoy a beautiful fall day in East Tennessee, there's a distance for everyone.
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