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Gourdy's Pumpkin Run: Phoenix 2026

Date
Saturday, November 14, 2026
Start time
9:00 AM start (Phoenix)
Entry fee
From $55 · goes up to $60 on Oct 5, 2026
Included with entry
Includes a hoodie or sweatshirt
Fundraising
Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees

EventDistanceWhenEntry feeCap
5K Run or Walk5KNov 14, 20269:00 AM$55$60 after Oct 5, 2026–

Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.

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The 5K fee goes up to $60 on Oct 5, 2026.

Race day planning

Entry fee schedule

  • $55 until Oct 5, then $60 until Nov 2, then $65 until Nov 15.

Online registration closes Nov 15, 2026, unless the race fills first.

How the price compares

At $55, entry is about 57 percent above a typical 5K in Arizona, which costs $35 right now.

What a typical finish looks like

A typical finisher at a 5K in Phoenix runs 37:22, about 12:02 a mile, based on 10 races with published results. Women typically finish in 40:07 and men in 34:01.

Light and altitude

Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:58 AM, and the 5K Run or Walk starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 1,110 feet above sea level.

Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.

Start location and course

1700 W Washington St, Phoenix, AZ 85007

The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.

Typical race-day weather

Around November 14 the day usually runs from 52°F at dawn to 76°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 9% of days. Cold snaps dip to 44°F and hot years reach 86°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.

From the race's page

What the organizers of Gourdy's Pumpkin Run: Phoenix cover on their registration page, in brief.

Schedule and packet pickup

PACKET PICK-UP INFORMATION (UPDATE)

*Important: You must have either a photo ID or a copy of your race registration in order to pick up your packet. Please note that early packet pick-up (Friday evening) has been canceled. See below for the regular schedule for tomorrow!…

Schedule and packet pickup

RACE DAY FUN

FINISH LINE. After you rock your 3.1 miles and cross the finish line, there's still so much to do! First, grab your finisher medal and water---you've earned all of it! Snap some photos and be sure to tag us on Instagram using…

Course

RACE MORNING

THE COURSE. The entire 3.1 miles is held on a picture-perfect farm with two medium hills and vibrant fall foliage, where you'll trot along the wagon trail with autumn-hued fields surrounding you. Given it's through a working farm, please…

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Race details

Where
1700 W Washington St, Phoenix, AZ 85007Map
Course
Road
Start elevation
About 1,110 feet
Included with entry
Lightweight Tech Hoodie (unisex)
Donations
Accepted when you register
Distances
5K
Editions
2026 (Nov 14, 2026)

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Quick answers

When is Gourdy's Pumpkin Run: Phoenix?
Saturday, November 14, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
How much does it cost?
Entry starts at $55 before processing fees, and rises to $60 on Oct 5, 2026.
When does registration close?
Online registration closes Nov 15, 2026, unless the race fills first.
Is the entry fee high for Arizona?
At $55, entry is about 57 percent above a typical 5K in Arizona, which costs $35 right now.
Do runners get a shirt or medal?
Entry includes a hoodie or sweatshirt, 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.
Where does it start?
1700 W Washington St, Phoenix, AZ 85007.
Is there a course map?
Yes, the organizers publish the route on google.com; the link is under Start location and course.

From the organizers

The fall tradition is finally coming to Arizona!

Get ready to tackle the 5K (3.1 miles) in downtown Phoenix this November. 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

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