McPumpkin Run October 23, 2010

Lace up those sneakers and pick out a costume for the City of McAllen Parks and Recreation Department’s third annual 7500 meter McPumpkin Run.

Participants are encouraged to get into the Halloween spirit by running in a costume and will receive a half-off discount. The first 100 participants on the day of the race will receive a free event t-shirt. Race fee is $10 if registering before Oct. 22 and $15 if registering on the day of the race.

The run is aimed at encouraging those runners who have participated in the Summer Sunchaser 5K Series and is designed to help build stamina for the International Friendship Run 10K in November.

Registration is available at any of the City’s three community centers (Lark, Las Palmas or Palm View) or online at www.mcallen.net/parks. For more information please call the Parks and Recreation Department at (956)681-3333.