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Great Pumpkin Race & Family Carnival

  • Riverfront Park 507 North Howard Street Spokane, WA, 99201 United States (map)

Get ready for the most exciting event of the year at Riverfront Park! We are transforming Clock Tower Meadow into a carnival of fun that you won't want to miss! This FREE family event is a must-add to your calendar. Gather up your family and friends, and bring your little pumpkins to Riverfront Park for the Great Pumpkin Race & Family Carnival!

Get into the spirit by dressing up in your favorite costumes, then get creative by making and decorating your very own Pumpkin Racecar. Feel the excitement as you compete in the thrilling Great Pumpkin Race! There will be games, prizes, food, and fun for the whole family to enjoy. Don't miss out on this incredible day of laughter and memories. See you there!


What To Expect This Year:

  • Pumpkin race

  • Costume parade

  • Trick-or-Treating

  • Activities for all ages

  • Prizes

  • Food

  • Vendor fair


FAQ’s

  • Simply put, The Great Pumpkin Race is an event like no other. Families and friends gather to race and watch wheeled pumpkins decorated by participants make their way toward the finish line.

  • Registration is completely free!

  • Racers can be any age to participate! Racers will be organized by the following age groups:

    1-5
    6-10
    11-15
    16+
    Corporate Cup

    1. Pumpkin must be under 12 pounds excluding wheels and chassis. Pumpkins may be hollowed out to meet weight restrictions.

    2. All manner of kid-appropriate dressed pumpkins are welcome.

    3. Pumpkins will be gravity-powered only. No motorized assists of any kind allowed.

    4. Pumpkins may not include flammable or hazardous materials on any kind.

    5. Arrive at check-in with your pumpkin racer on race day between 11-11:30am.


For questions about the event, sponsorship opportunities,
or being a vendor, please contact Gail Golden:


gail.golden@mowspokane.org
or call 509-232-0864

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