Alhambra Pumpkin Run & Halloween Festival
Participants can run or walk courses ranging from a 10K and 5K to kids races, with many dressing up in Halloween costumes or orange gear. The accompanying Hallowscream Festival features a certified farmers market, live band, dance performances, and a kids zone with carnival games. Visitors can also enjoy food vendors, face painting, a costume contest, and a beer and cocktail garden.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Downtown Alhambra
Food & Drink
The event has a certified farmers market and a beer-and-cocktail garden; registered runners receive free beer if they are 21 or older, or a free non-alcoholic drink if under 21.
Parking
Free street and lot parking is available; ADA parking is limited.
Accessibility
ADA parking is limited, so ride sharing is encouraged.
Pets
Dogs are not allowed at the run or Farmers Market; service animals are excepted.
Going?
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Tips & Advice
- Pin your race bib to the front of your shirt so your time is properly recorded by the timing mats.
- Take advantage of the free bag check hosted near the beer garden on 2nd Street.
- Free parking is available in structures on North and South 1st Street and on neighborhood streets, but obey all red curbs and no-parking signs.
Special Events & Promotions
- A new Kiddie Fun Run division is offered for ages 4 and 5.
- Children 5 and younger may participate in the 5K or 10K for free without registration.
- The 5K run and walk start together at 8:00 a.m.; walkers do not need to sign up separately.
Links & Contact
Run by Alhambra Educational Foundation
Halloween Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are dogs allowed at the run or festival?
No, dogs and pets are not permitted at the run or the certified farmers market, with an exception for service animals.
Can participants walk instead of run?
Yes, walkers are welcome in the 5K and should line up toward the back of the starting line.
Are strollers permitted on the race course?
Strollers are allowed in the 5K (running strollers are preferred), but wagons, bicycles, tricycles, and roller skates are prohibited.
What happens if it rains?
The event takes place rain or shine, and there are no rain check dates.
What awards are given to runners?
All finishers receive a custom finisher medal, and the top three male and female finishers in the 5K and 10K receive their awards by mail following the event.
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