Clare Pumpkin 5K Run/Walk 2026 — CLARE, MI

Date
October 31, 2026
Location
CLARE, MI
Venue
303 Pinecrest Street
Start Time
10:00 AM
Sunrise
8:14 AM
Entry Fee
$30.00 – $35.00
Events
Clare Pumpkin 5K Run - 2026, Clare Pumpkin 5K Walk - 2026
Includes
T-Shirt - If available after 10/19/2026
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The Clare Pumpkin 5K Run/Walk 2026 is a running and walking event featuring a 1 mile distance, held on October 31, 2026, at 303 Pinecrest Street in Clare, Michigan. The race begins at 10:00 AM with entry fees ranging from $30.00 to $35.00.

From the Race Organizer
The Clare Pumpkin Run is 5K Run/Walk that will start with registration at the Emerald Isle Recreation Complex at 303 Pinecrest Street, Clare, MI 48617 at 9:00 a.m. The costume contest will take place prior to the run start time at 9:45 a.m. and the run/walk course will start at the Emerald Isle Recreation Complex throughout the complex trail and out onto Dunlop Street and back. Costume Contest: Dress up and run to win Clare Cash! Clare Cash can be redeemed at any participating Clare merchant. Prizes for best costume will be awarded to the top five winners, and they can win up to $50 Clare Cash and $50 Clare Cash will be presented to the top themed costume group! Awards: Place medals will be awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in 9 divisions. Winners will be announced at 11 a.m. for both the race and the costume contest. 1st, 2nd and 3rd place trophies will be awarded to the top male and female runners of the 5k and awards will be given to the top three walkers! T-shirts are only guaranteed for registrations prior to Oct. 19, 2026 Registration will start at 9 a.m. Costume Contest 9:45 a.m. Race starts at 10 a.m.

Course & Travel Notes

Sunrise at the Clare Pumpkin 5K Run/Walk 2026 on October 31 occurs at 8:14 AM, with the race starting at 10:00 AM. The venue sits at 869 feet elevation. October weather normals for the area show an average high of 60°F and an average low of 40°F. The nearest airport is MBS International Airport, located 39.3 miles from the race venue in Clare, Michigan.

⛰️ 869 ft elevation☀️ Typically 60°F / 40°F✈️ MBS International Airport (MBS) — 39.3 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Clare Pumpkin 5K Run/Walk 2026 — CLARE, MI?

Clare Pumpkin 5K Run/Walk 2026 — CLARE, MI takes place on October 31, 2026. The race is held in CLARE, Michigan.

Where is Clare Pumpkin 5K Run/Walk 2026 — CLARE, MI held?

Clare Pumpkin 5K Run/Walk 2026 — CLARE, MI is held at 303 Pinecrest Street in CLARE, Michigan.

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