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Official Big Pumpkin Run - Orange's Popular 5K Tradition (Draft)

October 3, 2026
Orange, TX 77630 US

🏃‍♂️ 2026 RACE UPDATE

The Big Pumpkin Run has a new home for 2026! While the Orangetober Festival continues in Orange, our race will take place at the Port Arthur Seawall on Saturday, October 3rd, 2026.


Orangetober Festival Schedule

DAY 1: FESTIVAL KICKOFF

Friday Festival Events

Day 1 of the Orangetober Festival in Orange, Texas includes tours of the Pumpkin Village, kids activities, food vendors, craft beer, and a featured film at the Riverside Pavilion.

DAY 2: RACE DAY & FESTIVITIES

🚨 PLEASE NOTE: For 2026, the Big Pumpkin Run hosted by 3 Bros Running Company will take place at the Port Arthur Seawall on October 3rd. While we are no longer starting at the Riverside Pavilion, we encourage everyone to head to Orange after our race to enjoy the festival gates opening at 10:00 am!

Saturday Race and Festival

Visitors to the festival in Orange can enjoy the Pumpkin Village, vendor market, Gumbo Cook-Off, Cornhole Tournament, and live entertainment. Featured artists often include Cody Canada & the Departed, Jody Bartula & the Barflies, and more!

DAY 3: FAMILY FUN & PUMPKIN TAKE-HOME

Sunday Pumpkin Village

Day 3 includes final tours of the Pumpkin Village and the opportunity to bring pumpkins home for decorating or carving.

Location Note: No dogs, pets, or coolers allowed at the City of Orange Boat Ramp or Riverside Pavilion. For the 2026 Big Pumpkin Run course rules in Port Arthur, please visit our new registration site.

For more information about Orange visit orangetexas.gov/

City of Orange

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