The Lucky Pumpkin 5K Run/Walk to benefit Ireland's Dream 2026

The race.

The Lucky Pumpkin 5K Run/Walk takes place October 3, 2026, in Davison, Michigan, benefiting Ireland's Dream, a nonprofit supporting children and families with cerebral palsy. The 5K course is professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. Registration is $35 through September 28, $40 from September 29 to October 4, and $45 on race day; family discounts of $5 per person apply when registering three or more people simultaneously. All finishers receive medals, with additional age-group medals awarded across 14 categories divided by gender. The first 20 finishers take home a pumpkin, with one designated as a lucky prize winner announced at the awards ceremony. Packet pickup and race-day registration begin at 10 a.m. Virtual participation is available with medals and optional shirts mailed to participants. Online registration is required.