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Pumpkinpalooza Trail Run

Pumpkinpalooza Trail Run

The Pumpkinpalooza Trail Run offers a festive half-marathon on challenging single-track trails.

Race Date

Oct 24, 2026

Location

College Station, TX

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Location
College Station, Texas
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K, 0.5K
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Trail
USATF certified
Not listed
Finishers on record
287

Highlights

Good For

Beginner Friendly

Atmosphere

Local CommunityParty FinishGreat MedalGreat Swag

Course

Well Marked

The Experience

The Pumpkinpalooza Trail Run unfolds at Millican Reserve, a sprawling natural area in College Station, Texas. This event is more than just a race; it's a celebration woven into the larger Pumpkinpalooza festival, offering a unique blend of athletic challenge and community fun.

The half-marathon course, a single loop, winds through well-maintained single-track trails. Runners can expect a variety of terrain designed to engage all levels of trail enthusiasts, providing a dynamic and enjoyable running experience. The race is part of a larger event, with 5K, 10K, and kids' run options also available, making it a great outing for the whole family.

With recent editions seeing around 240 finishers, the event fosters a growing community feel. Participants can look forward to a festive atmosphere, with awards for overall and age-group winners, and a special wooden finisher medal for younger participants. The race offers a 1/4 zip or hat as a giveaway, adding to the event's appeal.

Race-provided description

Pumpkinpalooza Trail Run - Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k and 5k At the Millican Reserve You must purchase your Pumpkinpalooza festival tickets with Millican Reserve at PumpkinpaloozaBCS.com   Let your kids run on our short Kids Course! What you need to know:  This will be a $5 entry to ensure everyone has signed a waiver.  This means you can run your Half Marathon and then run an extra 0.5 (ish)K (or just watch them run) to help your biggest fan earn a wooden finisher medal of their own. They will receive a finisher award and a number to run with.  This will not be officially timed with chips.   Packet Pickup will be held at Millican Reserve. Schedule: Friday 4:30 PM- 5:30 PM – Packet Pickup  Saturday 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM – Packet Pickup Start Times: Half Marathon – 7:30AM 10k – 8:00 AM 5k – 8:15 AM Kids Run - 9:00 AM Course: All distances will take place on single track trails at Millican Reserve.  These well maintained trails offer a variety of challenging and fun terrain that will entertain all levels of trail runners.  We encourage everyone to join Lone Star Trail Runners so that you can get comfortable with the trails. Half Marathon – 1 lap 10k – 1 lap 5k – 1 lap   Aid Stations: Aid stations will be stocked with all the normal stuff. We will have trash cans just past the aid stations and down the trail so that you can keep moving at the stations.  We will have water jugs at each aid station to refill your bottles to minimize waste.   Awards: Overall and Age-group awards will be given to top 3 finishers of each race.  Awards will be handed out as soon as we can confidently award them. Age Groups: Under 18 18-30 Every 10 years after that, as high as we need to go.   What’s included: Everyone will receive a 1/4 Zip or hat (cutoff for swag is 10/19) and custom finisher medals.  Post race food and drinks.   This is a rain or shine event.

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, October 24, 2026

Start Time

7:00 AM

Giveaway

1/4 Zip or Hat

Start Location

19851 FM 2154, College Station, TX, 77845

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

trail

Scenery

Park

Surface

Dirt Trail

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

5K10K0.5K

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage10/20

5 years running

Size7/15

~28 finishers a year

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

17% returning runners

Course & details3/15

4 timing sources

National draw3/10

runners from 3 states

Front-pack speed0/5

winner 1:58:33

Weather0/10

typical high 82°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

60°

Afternoon (High)

82°

Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration

0.0"

Precipitation

12 mph

Wind

55%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 287 finishers actually crossed the line across 5 years.

Most recent

2025

Total finishers

287

Median time

2:29:23

Latest turnout

220

States

4

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:20p50 median ≈ 2:254:10

Turnout by year

2020–2025

'20'21'22'23'25
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Frequently asked

When is the Pumpkinpalooza Trail Run?

The Pumpkinpalooza Trail Run is held on Saturday, October 24, 2026, starting at 7:00 AM.

Where does the Pumpkinpalooza Trail Run take place?

It takes place in College Station, Texas.

What distances does the Pumpkinpalooza Trail Run offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K, 0.5K.

Is the Pumpkinpalooza Trail Run course flat and good for a PR?

The Pumpkinpalooza Trail Run is a ultra-flat, loop course course.

How many people run the Pumpkinpalooza Trail Run?

HalfRuns has finish records for 287 runners who have completed the Pumpkinpalooza Trail Run.

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