The Pumpkinman Triathlon & Running Festival

05/27/2026

NEW for Pumpkinman 2026 🎃

For the first time ever, we’re encouraging Pumpkinman athletes to set up a fundraiser as part of their race experience.

As we head into Pumpkinman’s 20th year, I’ve been thinking a lot about what it will take to keep this event going beyond year 20. The truth is, Pumpkinman is a tremendous feat to produce — and if it’s going to continue, this next step truly needs to take root.

So this year, we’re inviting athletes to help create even more impact.

Our main fundraising partner is the Marshwood Education Foundation, a nonprofit that provides grants to teachers and students for needs and opportunities that fall outside the regular school budget.

Here’s what you can unlock when you set up a fundraiser:

🎃 Raise $150+

A fundraiser bracelet to wear which will give you access to the Elevated Fundraising Celebration Zone at the finish!

An exclusive upgraded swag bag filled with curated goodies from local merchants and partners you won’t find in the regular race swag bags!

🎃 Raise $250+

Everything above PLUS a special 20th Anniversary Pumpkinman Hat you can't get anywhere else!

🎃 Raise $500+ and become a Legend

Everything above plus Legend of the 20th recognition in the keepsake program and special recognition in the celebration zone!

And because this is brand new, we’ll keep adding surprises and partner goodies as we go.

If Pumpkinman has ever meant something to you…
If you’re already registered and want your race to mean even more…
Now’s the time to set up a fundraiser.

👉 Already registered? Log in to RunSignup and choose the Marshwood Education Foundation as your cause.

Help Pumpkinman’s next step take root.

05/19/2026

Halfway sold out for the The Pumpkinman Triathlon & Running Festival Pumpkinman Triathlon Festival!

The Pumpkinman Triathlon Festival is on Saturday September 12, 2026. It includes the following events: Sprint Triathlon Individual, Sprint Triathlon Relay, Olympic Triathlon Individual, Olympic Triathlon Relay, and Olympic Aquabike.

04/17/2026

Tell me in the comments!!

04/17/2026

I have an idea!

03/19/2026

Don’t miss this!!! Philbrick's Ski, Board & Bike

‼️4 Days Left to take advantage of our Bonus Bucks Sale‼️

100% Instant rebate on winter gear, Skis, Snowboards, apparel, and accessories!

How it works:
Buy any ski, snowboard gear, apparel, or accessories at MSRP and earn a 100% rebate. The rebate can be used on any winter gear at MSRP or on clearance. This offer ends March 22nd.

The details:
This offer is only valid on in-stock winter gear (ski and snowboard). Excludes Garmin, Yakima, Superfeet, sunglasses, and any 2027 gear; all sales are final. The 100% instant rebate must be used instantly. Bonus Bucks can not be earned on clearance items. Other restrictions my apply. The sale must be over $100.00 to qualify for Bonus Bucks.

02/01/2026

01/25/2026

Let’s gooooo!! 20th anniversary this year, too!! Triathlete Magazine The Pumpkinman Triathlon & Running Festival We are 33% sold out for the tri!!

Put your short-course speed to the test or check out a new destination with our top picks for sprint and Olympic triathlons around the country.

12/31/2025

As this year winds down, I’ve been doing a lot of reflecting. The good kind. The kind that happens when life reminds you what actually matters.

This fall was quieter for me on purpose.
I self-published my first book (still feels a little wild to say that), and our family welcomed two identical twin granddaughters into the world. Both moments slowed me down in the best possible way and gave me a fresh perspective on time, legacy, and responsibility.

And funny enough… all that reflection kept bringing me back to Pumpkinman.

For nearly 20 years, Pumpkinman has never been about one person. It’s been about people showing up for each other—athletes, volunteers, partners, families—believing that when you come together around something good, it becomes something special.

As we head into a new year, Pumpkinman is stepping into a new chapter.
Not louder. Not bigger for the sake of it.
Just stronger, more sustainable, and more shared.

And as we step into this next chapter, the focus is simple: creating more impact together so Pumpkinman can continue strong for years to come.

I’m incredibly grateful for everyone who’s been part of this story so far—and I’ve got a good feeling about what we’ll build together next.

Here’s to closing this year with gratitude… and opening the next one with belief.

12/31/2025

As this year winds down, I’ve been doing a lot of reflecting. The good kind. The kind that happens when life reminds you what actually matters.

This fall was quieter for me on purpose.
I self-published my first book (still feels a little wild to say that), and our family welcomed two identical twin granddaughters into the world. Both moments slowed me down in the best possible way and gave me a fresh perspective on time, legacy, and responsibility.

And funny enough… all that reflection kept bringing me back to Pumpkinman.

For nearly 20 years, Pumpkinman has never been about one person. It’s been about people showing up for each other—athletes, volunteers, partners, families—believing that when you come together around something good, it becomes something special.

As we head into a new year, Pumpkinman is stepping into a new chapter.
Not louder. Not bigger for the sake of it.
Just stronger, more sustainable, and more shared.

And as we step into this next chapter, the focus is simple: creating more impact together so Pumpkinman can continue strong for years to come.

I’m incredibly grateful for everyone who’s been part of this story so far—and I’ve got a good feeling about what we’ll build together next.

Here’s to closing this year with gratitude… and opening the next one with belief.

10/31/2025

Some people see ghosts. We see grit. 👻💪
Every Pumpkinman knows what it means to push past fear—on the course, in life, or even when facing that giant bowl of leftover candy. 🍫

Here’s to courage, costumes, and carving your own path. 🎃
Happy Halloween from all of us at Pumpkinman!

10/20/2025

For the race directors who are always the ones putting on the races.... it's our turn! Thank you in advance for considering donating to the Finish Strong Foundation!!
Donate directly, or you can venmo us.... who wouldn't want a chance to win a gig with our National Anthem singer?!

https://www.givengain.com/project/rachel-raising-funds-for-dave-mcgillivray-finish-strong-foundation-inc-103342