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2026 great pumpkin challenge
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The 26th Annual Great Pumpkin Challenge 5K & 10K and Kids Fun Run

Run, walk, and roll to support Saratoga Bridges on Saturday, September 26th at the beautiful Saratoga Spa State Park. This family-friendly event features free snacks, costume contests, and more!
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When and Where

Date and Time

Saturday, Sep 26, 2026
9:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Address

Columbia Pavilion Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Cost

$30 per 5K & 10K registration through 9/14/26, $35 per virtual and per 5K & 10K registration from 9/15 to 9/23, Kids $10

About this event

Support Saratoga Bridges, A Chapter of the Arc, New York, at their 26th Annual Great Pumpkin Challenge. This 5K and 10K in the scenic Saratoga Spa State Park is the perfect way to welcome autumn and make memories with your family and friends. The event is packed with activities for all ages! Vote in the pumpkin decorating contest, show off your best look in our costume contest, or simply enjoy season treats and refreshments at the Columbia Pavilion while you wait for your friends/family to cross the finish line! 

The 5K and 10K courses take you through the beautiful fall foliage and winding park trails, and end your day with the energetic and adorable Kids Fun Run, where young racers dash to the finish line with everyone leaving a winner! Whether you are a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or just here to cheer, there's truly something for everyone to enjoy!

It's a wonderful way to support Saratoga Bridges' programs and services for people with intellectual or developmental disabilities and their families in Saratoga County. So bring your friends, family, and enthusiasm and help us celebrate inclusion, fun, and the spirit of giving back to the community. Register here: https://app.giveffect.com/campaigns/42159-26th-annual-great-pumpkin-challenge


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