Joplin Roadrunners' 42nd Annual Pumpkin Run

Join us for the Joplin Roadrunners' 42nd Annual Pumpkin Run on Sunday, October 26, 2025, in Carthage, Jasper! Choose from various race distances including 2 miles, 5 miles/8K, and 10 miles, all starting and ending at the Leggett & Platt parking lot. The scenic courses along Leggett Rd and the Ruby Jack trail offer a perfect backdrop for runners and walkers. Don't miss the chance to win beautifully decorated pumpkins, specially crafted by local children, and be one of the first 100 finishers to claim a participation pumpkin. Certified distance finishers will receive official times and may even make it into state running records. Awards await top finishers in each age group, and live entertainment by Resonation will greet you at the finish line. Indulge in refreshments from local vendors, enter to win gift certificates, and feel free to bring your furry friends and strollers along for a day filled with health, happiness, and community spirit!