Great Pumpkin Race

08/27/2026

🎃 LAST CHANCE to guarantee your 2026 Great Pumpkin Race shirt size! 👕

We’re placing our race shirt order MONDAY, so if you’ve been meaning to register—now is the time!

Register before we place our order to guarantee your preferred size of this year’s Halloween Edition long-sleeve performance shirt.

After Monday, registration will remain open, but shirts and sizes will be available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.

And remember—your registration is about so much more than the shirt and medal. 🧡 Proceeds from the Great Pumpkin Race support Special Olympics programs and athletes right here in Stark County, helping ensure our athletes can train and compete at no cost to them.

🎃 Lil’ Pumpkin Dash
🏃 1-Mile Run/Walk
🏃‍♀️ 4-Mile Run/Walk

Don’t wait—register this weekend and guarantee your shirt size!

👉 Register: https://www.givesignup.org/Race/OH/Canton/GreatPumpkinRaceCanton

08/03/2026

🎃 Don't miss your chance to reserve this year's Halloween Edition race shirt! 👕

The countdown is on! Register by Wednesday, August 26 to guarantee your preferred shirt size for the 2026 Great Pumpkin Race.

This year's long-sleeve performance shirt and coordinating finisher medal feature our exclusive Halloween Edition design—perfect for race day and all your favorite fall events.

⏰ After August 26, shirts will be available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.

Whether you're joining us for the:
🎃 Lil' Pumpkin Dash
🏃 1-Mile Run/Walk
🎃 4-Mile Run/Walk

…don't wait to register!

Every registration helps support Special Olympics programs and athletes right here in Stark County.

👉 Register today: https://www.givesignup.org/Race/OH/Canton/GreatPumpkinRaceCanton

07/16/2026

🎃 Love the shirt, but can't make it to the race? We've got you covered! 🧡

You don't have to register for a race event to show your Great Pumpkin Race spirit!

This year's long-sleeve race shirt is available for just $15, and every shirt purchased helps support Special Olympics athletes in Stark County.

👕 How to order:

Visit: https://www.runsignup.org/Race/OH/Canton/GreatPumpkinRaceCanton
On the home page, click the "Shirt ONLY Purchase" option.
Select your size and complete your order by August 25th to reserve your shirt.

Shirts can be picked up in-person at the Stark County Board of Developmental Disabilities - Race Headquarters Friday, October 30 - Friday, November 6th.

Whether you're cheering from the sidelines, volunteering, or simply want to support a great cause, this is an easy way to show your Great Pumpkin Race spirit while making a difference.

🎃 $15 • Long-sleeve performance shirt • Supports Special Olympics Ohio Stark County

07/15/2026

They're here... and they're BOO-tiful! 👻🎃

Get your first look at the official race shirt and finisher medal for the 28th Annual Great Pumpkin Race – Halloween Edition!

This year, we're celebrating Halloween morning with a spooky new design featuring grinning jack-o'-lanterns, bats, and a long-sleeve tech race shirt you'll actually want to wear all fall.

🏃‍♀️ Register for the:
🎃 Lil' Pumpkin Dash (ages 7 & under)
🎃 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
🎃 4 Mile Run/Walk

Every registered participant receives:
Official Halloween Edition long-sleeve race shirt*
Halloween Edition finisher medal

Bring the whole family! Our inclusive event welcomes runners, walkers, wheelchairs, strollers, dogs, and participants of all abilities. Plus enjoy pumpkin decorating, pumpkin cart racing, and more!

Best of all, every registration helps support local Stark County Special Olympics athletes, with proceeds staying right here in our community.

📅 Saturday, October 31, 2026
📍 Stark County Board of DD – Canton

🎃 Register today:
https://www.givesignup.org/Race/OH/Canton/GreatPumpkinRaceCanton

*No-shirt registration option also available.

06/22/2026

Wowsa!!! O-H-I-O !!! ⚾️

06/18/2026

06/02/2026

This is why we run 🏃‍♀️

Are you signed up for the 2026 Great Pumpkin Race on Saturday October 31???

04/08/2026

Don't get spooked! 👻

Discounted pricing for the 2026 Great Pumpkin Race ends at midnight tonight! 🎃🏃

Register now at https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Canton/GreatPumpkinRaceCanton

03/29/2026

Registration is now open for the 2026 Great Pumpkin Race!

Reserve your spot now at https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Canton/GreatPumpkinRaceCanton

Discounted pricing now through April 8th.