SHOW EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

Pumpkin Run isn’t just a car show — it’s a full weekend experience.From live entertainment to classic traditions, we offer a variety of activities and attractions for car lovers, families, and first-time visitors alike.
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2,500+ Classic Cars & TrucKS

Experience the Midwest’s largest pre-1974 car show! See a rolling museum of meticulously restored hot rods, muscle cars, and custom builds. Celebrate 50 years of automotive craftsmanship, history, and rumbling engines at the Clermont County Fairgrounds.

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Live DJ, Excitement and Community

DJ "Iceman" keeps the momentum going all weekend with announcements, giveaways, and family fun. Experience a 50-year tradition of reconnecting with friends, showcasing new projects, and passing the love of classic cars to the next generation.

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Craft Show, Sponsors & Swap Meet

Browse 200+ local craft vendors. Grab yummy handmade bakery goods and hand bites. Booths and booths of your favorite national and local sponsors offer garage decor, t-shirts, automotive parts, collectibles, and handcrafted goods. Something for everyone and every age! Whether you’re finishing a restoration or browsing for treasures, you’ll find it here. Our Swap meet is one of the largest in the midwest with over 300 individual spots offering curated parts and finds for everyone.

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Classic Car Show Awards & Recognition

Top 50 Cars all-show recognized. Excellence in restoration, creativity, and craftsmanship. Winners take home lasting bragging rights at one of the Midwest’s premier shows.

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Daily Split the Pot, AuctionS & Door Prizes

All proceeds are given to charity. Bid for a cause at our high-energy charity auction led by our infamous DJ "ICEMAN". 100% of proceeds support local nonprofits, making every donation a direct investment in the community we love. Daily Split the Pot and Door Prizes awarded.

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saturday night Bean Dinner & Sunday CofFEE Run

Registered Show Car Participants receive a voucher for the bean dinner; A beloved Saturday night tradition. Join fellow attendees for a homemade bean dinner, served hot and fresh with plenty of community spirit under the evening sky. On Sunday morning, Registered show car participants can enjoy fellowship at our Sunday morning Church Services as well as Complimentary Coffee and Donuts.

ONLINE CONTACT FORM

We’d love to hear from you!
If you have any questions about the Pumpkin Run Nationals—including registration, vendors, show cars, entertainment, or event logistics—please don’t hesitate to reach out. Fill out the form or email us directly, and a team member will get back to you shortly.

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📍 Where do I register &
pick up my packet?

All participants must pick up registration packets
at the
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Cincinnati-Eastgate

📍 4501 Eastgate Blvd, Cincinnati, OH 45245
📞 (513) 752-4400

🖥️ holidayinn.com

🕒 What are the
registration hours?

Registration hours for the
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites
Cincinnati-Eastgate

Thurs 10/1  
2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Fri 10/2 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Saturday 10/3 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

💵 Payment is cash or check only.

🛺 Bringing a golf cart
or handicap scooter?

Handicap Golf Cart Registration:
Golf Carts Only:
Please note that handicap registration applies strictly to golf carts. (Scooters are not permitted).

Required Documentation: You must provide your official state-issued handicap paperwork. (Note: We strongly prefer to see the actual physical paperwork rather than just the vehicle placard).

Proof of Insurance: You must show valid proof of insurance for your golf cart.

Registration Location: Please register at the Locust Street Gate with a Fastiques club member.

Club-Issued Sticker:
Upon verification, you will receive a club-issued handicap sticker. This sticker must be clearly displayed before using your golf cart onsite.

🧭 Where do
spectators park?

Spectator parking is available at:
North Gate (just past the Main Show Car Gate on ST. RT. 132)
Methodist Church on ST. RT. 132
Nearby yards around the fairgrounds

📍 Main Show Car Gate GPS:
5238 ST RT 132
Owensville, OH 45160

🐾 Are pets
allowed at the event?

Yes, pets are welcome, as long as they are leashed and under control.
Pick up after your pets!

🧾 Do I need to
pre-register?

No pre-registration is required.
You candrive-up register in person at the Holiday Inn
Cincinnati-Eastgate
Go here to pick up your official registration packet

In-Person Registration ($50): Available exclusively at the Holiday Inn Cincinnati-Eastgate. Please note: No vehicle registrations are processed at the Clermont County Fairgrounds gates.