Pumpkinman Triathlon Festival

The Pumpkinman Triathlon Festival takes place over a September weekend, featuring triathlon and running events. Saturday begins with triathlons, while Sunday is dedicated to road races. The triathlon offerings include a Sprint race with a .3-mile swim, 15-mile bike, and 5k run, alongside a Sprint Relay. The Olympic race features a .9-mile swim, 25-mile bike, and 10k run, with relay and aquabike options available. The running events include a 1-mile fun run, the American Pumpkin Pi 3.14 miler, the Pumpkin Jenni 8.675309 miler, a half marathon, and a 30k suitable for fall marathon training. Aid stations are positioned every 2 miles, offering water, Gatorade, and gels. Brunch is served after the Saturday triathlons, and a Harvest Brunch follows the Sunday races. The Pumpkin Challenge allows athletes to combine the sprint triathlon with a running event, receiving special challenge swag at registration. The series is nearing its 20th anniversary, and Dave McGillivray has commended the race team's planning, course support, and execution.