# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Runaway Pumpkin 5K & FREE Family Fest
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 31 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 am – Sat, 31 Oct, 2026 at 01:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Join us for a FREE Fall Family Fest, a 5K run/walk, or a kids' Mini Monster Dash. Treats, games, activities, costumes, and fun galore!About this EventJoin this vibrant mix of community and family connection, costumes, meaningful impact, and kid-centric fun at the Child Protection Center's first annual Runaway Pumpkin!The event will feature a 5K run/walk, a 100m children’s Mini Monster Dash, and a FREE Fall family festival. Join us for a race, the festivites, or both! Race activities begin at 8 a.m., followed by the free Family Fest from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.Festival attendees will enjoy trick-or-treating, face painting, pumpkin painting, child-friendly activities and sensory stations, lawn games, photo opportunities, giveaways, community partners, inflatables, a kids' costume contest (more details on that further below), and our PAWS therapy dogs in the popular puppy pit - all for FREE! Food trucks and a mini market will also be on site with goodies for sale.Please note: Admission to the Family Fest is FREE and open to the public — you do not need to register for the race to attend the festival. The goal is to provide local families with an accessible, low-to-no-cost day of connection, celebration, and support for safe childhoods all while having fun!  Registering for the Family Fest is not required but is encouraged. Those looking to participate in the race need to register separately online at https://runsignup.com/Race/FL/NorthPort/cpc5k Kids’ costume contest:0 to 2yrs: 11 a.m.3 to 5yrs: 11:15 a.m.6 to 8yrs: 11:30 a.m.9 to 12yrs: 11:45 a.m.Proceeds from the event will support CPC’s mission of the prevention, intervention, and treatment of child abuse across Sarasota and DeSoto Counties.Businesses and organizations that would be a good fit for local families and are interested in participating in our Vendor Village, or to inquire about volunteering, please reach out to Kingsley Event Consulting at KingsleyEventsTeam@outlook.com.Community members are also encouraged to bring non-perishable food donations during the event to support local families facing food insecurity during the holiday season.Agenda🕑: 08:00 AMMini Monster Dash (100m Kids Dash; ages 12 & under)Info: Register at https://runsignup.com/Race/FL/NorthPort/cpc5k🕑: 08:30 AM5K Run/WalkInfo: Register at https://runsignup.com/Race/FL/NorthPort/cpc5k🕑: 09:00 AM - 01:00 PMFREE Fall Family Festival🕑: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PMKids' Costume ContestInfo: 0-2yrs @ 11 a.m. | 3-5yrs @ 11:15 a.m. | 6-8yrs @ 11:30 a.m. | 9-12yrs @ 11:45 a.m.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/north-port/runaway-pumpkin-5k-and-free-family-fest/100002002568075020
- **Event Categories**: fitness, Festivals, Sports, Kids, Contests, Art, fine-arts, Nonprofit, food-drinks
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 1
- **Event Highlights**: 
  - Duration: 5 hours
  - Location: 5600 Peace River Rd
  - Languages: English

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: North Port
- **state**: FL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 5600 Peace River Rd
- **lat**: 27.0403858
- **long**: -82.2170146
- **full address**: 5600 Peace River Rd, 5600 Peace River Road, North Port, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Runaway Pumpkin 5K & FREE Family Fest being held?
  - **A:** Runaway Pumpkin 5K & FREE Family Fest takes place on Sat, 31 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 am to Sat, 31 Oct, 2026 at 01:00 pm at 5600 Peace River Rd, 5600 Peace River Road, North Port, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Runaway Pumpkin 5K & FREE Family Fest?
  - **A:** Runaway Pumpkin 5K & FREE Family Fest is organized by Child Protection Center.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Runaway Pumpkin 5K & FREE Family Fest is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in North Port, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Runaway Pumpkin 5K & FREE Family Fest sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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