Great Pumpkin Race & Family Carnival
Get ready for the Great Pumpkin Race & Family Carnival at Riverfront Park Pavilion! Families and friends can race their creatively decorated wheeled pumpkins towards the finish line. The event also features a costume parade, trick-or-treating, activities for all ages, prizes, and a vendor fair. It's a day of festive fun and friendly competition.
What to Expect
Race wheeled pumpkins decorated by participants
Event Details
Duration
3 hours
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Meals on Wheels Spokane
Food & Drink
Food available
Local Insight & Ratings
Scare Factor
Family Friendly
Best For
Families
Vibe
Festive and fun
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
FREE
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: FREE
- Pets: No pets allowed
Tips & Advice
- Arrive between 11:00 AM and 11:30 AM on race day to check in your pumpkin racer.
- Ensure your pumpkin racer weighs under 12 pounds (excluding wheels and chassis) and is hollowed out if necessary.
- Decorate your pumpkin racer with kid-appropriate themes; motorized assists are not allowed.
- Check the event's photo gallery from previous years to get inspiration for your pumpkin racer design.
- Registration for the race is completely free, so gather your family and friends to participate.
Special Events & Promotions
- Registration is completely free
- Prizes awarded
- Vendor fair
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Great Pumpkin Race?
It's an event where families and friends race wheeled pumpkins that they have decorated towards a finish line.
How much does it cost to register for the race?
Registration for the Great Pumpkin Race is completely free.
Who is eligible to participate in the race?
Racers of any age can participate and will be organized into age groups: 1-5, 6-10, 11-15, 16+, and a Corporate Cup.
What are the rules for the pumpkin racers?
Pumpkins must be under 12 pounds (excluding wheels/chassis), hollowed out if needed, gravity-powered, and contain no flammable materials. Arrive for check-in between 11-11:30 AM on race day.
What other activities are available at the carnival?
Besides the pumpkin race, expect a costume parade, trick-or-treating, activities for all ages, prizes, and a vendor fair.
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