Graveyard 5k Run & Fun Run
- Date Sat 25th October 2025
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Kansas City, Missouri
- Price $28.98 - $39.31
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a spooktacular day at the 8th Annual Graveyard 5K Run & Fun Run on Saturday, October 25th, 2025, in the historic Elmwood Cemetery in Kansas City, Jackson! This unique event invites participants to race through the picturesque grounds of one of Kansas City's oldest cemeteries, a site that is not only beautiful but also rich in history. The 5K run will kick off at 9:00 AM, with check-in starting at 8:00 AM. Additionally, for those looking for a shorter distance, a 1-mile fun run will be available for all ages, making this event perfect for families and friends looking to enjoy a day of fitness and fun together.
After the races, stick around to enjoy a variety of post-race festivities, including delightful beer and wine tastings, engaging cemetery tours, and more! Participants can take pride in knowing that their entry fees contribute to the preservation and maintenance of this historic site. So lace up your running shoes and join us for a memorable day filled with history, community, and a little bit of Halloween spirit! Don’t miss out on this special event—register early to secure your spot and your preferred shirt size!
After the races, stick around to enjoy a variety of post-race festivities, including delightful beer and wine tastings, engaging cemetery tours, and more! Participants can take pride in knowing that their entry fees contribute to the preservation and maintenance of this historic site. So lace up your running shoes and join us for a memorable day filled with history, community, and a little bit of Halloween spirit! Don’t miss out on this special event—register early to secure your spot and your preferred shirt size!
Organiser's Description
Join us at historic Elmwood Cemetery for the 8th Annual Graveyard 5K on Saturday, October 25th!
This one-of-a-kind run winds entirely through the beautiful grounds of Elmwood Cemeteryhome to some of Kansas Citys most notable figuresand supports vital preservation and maintenance efforts.
Looking ahead to 2026, were excited to announce a 1-mile fun run for all ages and age group winners! We will also have fun activities to enjoy post-race.
Some fun facts about Elmwood Cemetery include:
Keep an eye out for the headstone of Americus McKim, the owner of KC's first professional baseball team, The Kansas City Unions. Without him, we wouldn't be able to cheer on the Royals today!
Kirkland Brooks Armour, the founding member of Armour and Company Meat Packing, is buried in the Armour Family plot in Elmwood. Armour Boulevard is named after Kirkland and his family.
The Elmwood Cemetery is the second oldest cemetery in Kansas City.
It's also the final resting place of 766 soldiers who fought in the Civil War on both sides.
Do you have what it takes to walk, or run with the dead?
Race Info:
8:00AM - Check-in begins
8:45AM - All runners must be checked in
9:00AM - Race begins
Following the race, stick around for beer and wine tastings, cemetery tours and more!
Registration Dates and Fees:
Through August 31st - $35 for 5k and $25 for Fun Run
September 1st - September 30th - October 5th - $40 for 5k and $30 for Fun Run
October 1st - October 26th - $45 for 5k and $35 for Fun Run
Packet pickup will be on Friday, October 24th from 4:00-6:30pm at Hy-Vee Arena (1800 Genessee St, KCMO)
NOTE: Shirt sizes are guaranteed to those who order by October 1st. After that, shirt sizes are limited.
This one-of-a-kind run winds entirely through the beautiful grounds of Elmwood Cemeteryhome to some of Kansas Citys most notable figuresand supports vital preservation and maintenance efforts.
Looking ahead to 2026, were excited to announce a 1-mile fun run for all ages and age group winners! We will also have fun activities to enjoy post-race.
Some fun facts about Elmwood Cemetery include:
Keep an eye out for the headstone of Americus McKim, the owner of KC's first professional baseball team, The Kansas City Unions. Without him, we wouldn't be able to cheer on the Royals today!
Kirkland Brooks Armour, the founding member of Armour and Company Meat Packing, is buried in the Armour Family plot in Elmwood. Armour Boulevard is named after Kirkland and his family.
The Elmwood Cemetery is the second oldest cemetery in Kansas City.
It's also the final resting place of 766 soldiers who fought in the Civil War on both sides.
Do you have what it takes to walk, or run with the dead?
Race Info:
8:00AM - Check-in begins
8:45AM - All runners must be checked in
9:00AM - Race begins
Following the race, stick around for beer and wine tastings, cemetery tours and more!
Registration Dates and Fees:
Through August 31st - $35 for 5k and $25 for Fun Run
September 1st - September 30th - October 5th - $40 for 5k and $30 for Fun Run
October 1st - October 26th - $45 for 5k and $35 for Fun Run
Packet pickup will be on Friday, October 24th from 4:00-6:30pm at Hy-Vee Arena (1800 Genessee St, KCMO)
NOTE: Shirt sizes are guaranteed to those who order by October 1st. After that, shirt sizes are limited.
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