$500 academic scholarship up for grabs at 2026 Pumpkin Run in Cloverdale, Oct. 10—how to sign up

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Your Halloween costume has another place to make an appearance this year, and this time, you can run in it. The Alabama Sports Festival Foundation (ASF Foundation) Pumpkin Run & Lots O Fun event returns to Montgomery’s Cloverdale Bottom Park on Saturday, October 10, 2026 with a 5k, a Fun Run, family activities, costume contest, free pumpkins and a chance to win a $500 academic scholarship just by registering.

Read on for the details, and be sure to register for your spot at the starting line.

2026 ASF Foundation Pumpkin Run & Lots O Fun in Montgomery

Whether running is your favorite pastime or you prefer a casual stroll while chatting with friends, everyone is welcome to join in the fun at the 2026 ASF Foundation Pumpkin Run & Lots O Fun event.

The race takes place in Cloverdale, one of Montgomery’s most charming neighborhoods, known for its historic homes, tree-lined streets and local gathering spots. It’s the perfect backdrop for a fall morning of running, walking and family-friendly festival fun.

Here’s what you can expect:

• Pick your race: Choose the 5K or Fun Run + sign up.
• Score a real pumpkin: Complete either race + receive a commemorative medal + free pumpkin.
• Keep the fun going: Enjoy games + activities for all ages after the race.
• Show off your costume: Enter the costume contest for a chance to win prizes in the adult, kid, family + dog categories.
• Bring your pup: People-friendly, leashed dogs are welcome to tag along. Just remember to clean up after them.

Behind the 2026 ASF Foundation Pumpkin Run & Lots O Fun event

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There’s more to this fall race than pumpkins and costumes. The ASF Foundation is a youth mentoring program that uses sports to help Alabama kids build good habits in school, in their health and in their communities. Every registration helps local kids use sports to build confidence on and off the field.

It’s also the organization behind the Alabama State Games, an Olympic-style multi-sport event that brings athletes from across Alabama together for a weekend of competition.

The 2026 games were held in Birmingham, bringing athletes together for competitions ranging from soccer, pickleball and archery to bowling and equestrian.

Run for a $500 academic scholarship + race-day bragging rights in Montgomery

Everyone who registers for the ASF Foundation Pumpkin Run on Oct. 10 at Cloverdale Bottom Park is automatically entered to win a $500 academic scholarship.

While you don’t have to be an athlete to join the race, if you are, that $500 academic scholarship is definitely worth lacing up for.

And for those looking to race for a little hardware, gold, silver and bronze medals go to the top three finishers in each division, while overall winners take home medals and gift cards.

Prep for the 2026 ASF Foundation Pumpkin Run in Montgomery

Here’s what to know before you lace up your running shoes for this rain or shine event:

• When: Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026 | 5K: 8:30AM + Fun Run: 8:45AM
• Where: Cloverdale Bottom Park, 3100-3124 Cloverdale Rd, Montgomery, AL 36106
• Cost: 5K: $35 | Fun Run: $25
  • Registration price increases on Oct. 6, 2026
• Race Packet pickup: Friday, Oct. 9, 2026 from 3PM–6PM or Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026 from 7AM–8AM
• Registration ends: Friday, Oct. 9, 2026 at 6PM
• Register to attend (No on-site registration. Online only)

Ready to join the fun? Sign up now + find out more ways the ASF Foundation is helping youth athletes in Alabama.

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