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Event information
- Costume contest
- 2 KM walk, run or roll
- 6.5 KM walk, run or roll
- 13 KM walk, run or roll
- Water and refreshments
- FAQs
- Questions?
- Registration form
Costume contest
Participants are encouraged to wear their most creative, scary or funny Halloween costumes for a chance to WIN great prizes! To enter, register for any distance and arrive at 9:00 a.m. for judging. One winner will be selected for each category:
- Most creative costume – one $25 gift card prize
- Scariest costume – one $25 gift card prize
- Funniest costume – one $25 gift card prize
- Best group costume (2 or more) – one $75 gift card prize
Costume contest winners will be announced by noon on Sunday. Winners will be contacted at the phone number and/or email provided on their registration form.
Registration
New this year, all participants must pre-register. Registration will not be accepted on the day of the event. Registration is required to be entered to win prizes for the costume contest, all random draws, and 1st, 2nd and 3rd place race finishers.
Race timing and photos
New this year, we will share the timed results and photos of participants crossing the finish line. Timing will be done manually. Chips or official timing is not part of the race.
2 KM walk, run or roll
Race starts at 9:45 a.m.
This is a great distance to see Waterford’s scenic ponds and trail network. You’ll cross the Sunrise Bridge and Sunset Bridge and pass under historic Black Bridge. We will have volunteers along the way to cheer you on and guide you to the finish line. If you’re a runner, this is a great distance to work on your speed!
The 2km walk or roll is open to all walkers, runners and rollers (wheelchairs, running strollers, etc., no bikes please). All registered finishers will be entered for a chance to win a $25 gift card prize (random draw). Plus, there are gift card prizes for first ($25), second ($15) and third-place ($10) finishers!
- Free!
- Starts at 9:45 a.m.
- Starts and finishes on the Waterford Heritage Trail at The Green House (old train station)
- Route is on paved trails
- Registration is required for prizes – register now
- The trail will be marked to guide you to the finish line.
- Open to all ages, children under 13 and under must be accompanied by an adult
6.5 KM walk, run or roll
Race starts at 9:30 a.m.
This route takes you through the north end of Waterford’s beautiful trail network. You’ll cross Sunrise Bridge, run through forests and beside ponds, and across historic Black Bridge, one of Norfolk’s amazing places! If you’re a runner, this is a great distance that’s just a bit further than your usual 5km!
The 6.5km event is open to all walkers, runners and rollers (wheelchairs, running strollers, etc., no bikes please). All registered finishers will be entered for a chance to win a $50 gift card prize (random draw). Plus, there are gift card prizes for first ($50), second ($25) and third-place ($15) finishers!
- Free!
- Starts at 9:30 a.m.
- Starts and finishes on the Waterford Heritage Trail at The Green House
- A water station will be available at 5 km.
- Route is on paved and gravel trails
- The trail will be marked to guide you to the finish line.
- Registration is required for prizes – register now
- Open to all ages, children under 13 and under must be accompanied by an adult
13 KM run or roll
Race starts at 9:30 a.m.
Our 13km event is open to runners and rollers (wheelchairs, running strollers, etc., no bikes, please). This route takes you further north on Waterford’s beautiful trail network. You’ll cross Sunrise Bridge, run through forests and fields, beside ponds and farms, and across historic Black Bridge, one of Norfolk’s amazing places as you approach the finish line. If you’re a runner, this is a distance you’ll want to try!
The trail will be marked to guide you to the finish line.
All registered finishers will be entered for a chance to win a $100 gift card prize (random draw). Plus, there are gift card prizes for first ($75), second ($50) and third-place ($25) finishers!
- Free!
- Starts at 9:30 a.m.
- Most of the route is on the paved trail; a short section is on crushed stone
- Water stations will be available at 5km and 10km.
- Finishes at Shadow Lake Park, around the parking area in front of Wishbone
- Registration is required for prizes – register now
- Open to all ages, children under 13 and under must be accompanied by an adult
- Walkers are welcome to register, however, the event will wrap up at 11 a.m. and finishers after that time will not be entered for the prize.
Water and refreshments
Registered participants will have access to water (5km, 10km, and at the finish line) and are invited to enjoy a hot chocolate or coffee at the finish line.
Halloween treat bags will be handed out to children 13 and under at the finish line.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Can I bring my dog on the trail with me during the event?
A. While we love dogs, this event is intended for humans only.
Q. Can I ride my bike?
A. We ask that participants do not ride bikes for this event to ensure we have enough space for everyone on the trail.
Q. Do I need to register or can I just show up?
A. New this year, all participants must pre-register. Registration will not be accepted on the day of the event. Registration is required to be entered to win prizes for the costume contest, all random draws, and 1st, 2nd and 3rd place race finishers.
Q. How will my time be tracked?
A. This is not a chipped event, and we will be relying on the honour system to ensure participants follow the defined course. Volunteers will be at the finish line to record finishers’ times for each distance.
Q. When will prizes be handed out?
A. Costume contest winners will be announced by noon on Sunday. Winners will be contacted at the phone number and/or email provided on their registration form. Be there by 9:00 to be judged for the contest!
Random draw prizes for the 2 km, 6.5km and 13km participants who finish will be announced at noon on Sunday. Winners will be contacted at the phone number and/or email provided on their registration form.
Prizes for the first, second and third fastest finish times will be handed out at the finish line.
Q. What if I take longer than the allotted time?
A. That’s OK, you are welcome to take as long as needed. However, after 11 a.m., volunteers will no longer be monitoring the finish line.
Q. Who will be judging the costume contest?
A. We will have a panel of judges made up of volunteers.
Q. Could the routes change?
A. If there are changes to the routes or any other details for the event, we will share them on this web page and will email all participants.
Questions?
Contact webpage@pumpkinfest.com.
Run, Walk, Roll registration form
We can’t wait to see you at the event!