Pumpkin Run ATV/UTV Rally

The annual Pumpkin Run ATV/UTV Rally in Iron County kicks off with a four-day poker run on Thursday, Oct. 8, at 3 p.m. The big rally, which attracts hundreds of riders, runs through Sunday, Oct. 11.

You are encouraged to register in advance online, but there is also on-site registration at either the Mercer or Hurley chamber office. The $20 fee includes one poker sheet (two for $30), a commemorative bandana, and the opportunity to win cash prizes as well as door prizes. The poker run includes stops at businesses throughout Iron County, with lots of great riding along the way.

There will be an ATV, UTV, and Lawn Tractor Pull from 2 to 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9, at Liberty Way Tap House. There are multiple classes for ATVs and UTVs and one class for lawn tractors. Test your skills against the Z Force ATV Sled from the Tuscobia Trails ATV Association. The Mercer Dusty Loons ATV Club and the Mercer Area Chamber of Commerce are the sponsors.

The Great Pumpkin ATV/UTV Parade will start at 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, through downtown Mercer. Decorations or costumes aren’t required, but prizes will be awarded for the best-decorated Halloween-themed vehicles. The wrap-up party at Eunica’s Beaver Lodge directly follows the parade with music, food, drinks, door prizes, and raffles.

But why stop Saturday? Get in some more riding on Sunday; enjoy breakfast and lunch before heading home. The poker run ends at 6 p.m. Sunday.