Pumpkin Pump Bouldering Competition
Pumpkin Pump is Alaska Rock Gym’s annual Halloween-themed bouldering competition, and one of our most anticipated community events of the year. It’s an all-day celebration of climbing, costumes, and camaraderie.
Whether you’re here to throw down in the Open category on the hardest boulders, or just want to experience your first comp in Novice, Pumpkin Pump gives you the chance to test your skills on a fresh set of boulders in a modified redpoint format. Expect fun, prizes, and plenty of stoke.
Pumpkin Pump is happening Saturday, October 25th, 2025.
Whether you’re new to comps or a seasoned crusher, there’s a category for you.
Adult: Novice | V2 and up, Intermediate | V4 and up , Advanced | V6 and up, Open | V8 and up
Youth: Novice | V2 and up, Intermediate | V3 and up, Advanced | V5 and up
All category grades are approximate and correspond to climbers’ flash grade.
Most participants dress up for the Pump. Expect wigs, wings, onesies, and wild sends. There will be prizes for the most fun costumes!
Once you’re done climbing, treat yourself to a Broken Tooth beverage, and our evening raffle, and stick around for finals. No climbing is allowed after consuming alcohol, so sip only when you’re finished sending.
Finals is the main event of the night, featuring high-energy climbing under the spotlights. Expect big moves, loud cheers, a live DJ, and a chance to snag prizes from our sponsored throw box. All happening right before the raffle and awards!