Graveyard 5k Run & Fun Run
- Date Sat 24th October 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Kansas City, Missouri
- Price $18.98 - $39.31
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a thrilling and unique experience at the 9th Annual Graveyard 5K Run & Fun Run on Saturday, October 24th, 2026, held at the historic Elmwood Cemetery in Kansas City, Jackson. This extraordinary event invites participants to explore the beautifully maintained grounds of one of Kansas City's oldest cemeteries while supporting essential preservation efforts. The day kicks off at 8:00 AM with check-in, leading up to the exhilarating 5K race starting at 9:00 AM, followed by a 1-mile fun run for all ages at 9:30 AM.
Join us for an unforgettable morning filled with community spirit, where you'll not only challenge yourself but also learn about the fascinating history of Elmwood Cemetery, the final resting place of notable figures such as Americus McKim and Kirkland Brooks Armour. After the races, enjoy a variety of family-friendly activities, including face painting, balloon artists, vendor booths, and even beer and wine tastings! With awards announced at 10:15 AM and cemetery tours starting at 10:30 AM, there’s plenty to keep everyone entertained until noon. Don't miss out on this remarkable event—register early to secure your spot and your preferred shirt
Join us for an unforgettable morning filled with community spirit, where you'll not only challenge yourself but also learn about the fascinating history of Elmwood Cemetery, the final resting place of notable figures such as Americus McKim and Kirkland Brooks Armour. After the races, enjoy a variety of family-friendly activities, including face painting, balloon artists, vendor booths, and even beer and wine tastings! With awards announced at 10:15 AM and cemetery tours starting at 10:30 AM, there’s plenty to keep everyone entertained until noon. Don't miss out on this remarkable event—register early to secure your spot and your preferred shirt
Organiser's Description
Join us at historic Elmwood Cemetery for the 9th Annual Graveyard 5K on Saturday, October 24th!
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 - 5k begins
9:30AM - 1-Mile Fun Run begins
10:15AM - Awards
10:30AM - Cemetery Tours begin
12:00PM - Event Ends
Following the race, stick around and enjoy a morning of fun with community-favorite vendors, face painting, balloon artists, beer and wine tastings, historic cemetery tours, and much 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 23th from 4:00-6:30pm at Dick's Sporting Goods (5600 Antioch Rd, Merriam, KS 66202)
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 - 5k begins
9:30AM - 1-Mile Fun Run begins
10:15AM - Awards
10:30AM - Cemetery Tours begin
12:00PM - Event Ends
Following the race, stick around and enjoy a morning of fun with community-favorite vendors, face painting, balloon artists, beer and wine tastings, historic cemetery tours, and much 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 23th from 4:00-6:30pm at Dick's Sporting Goods (5600 Antioch Rd, Merriam, KS 66202)
NOTE: Shirt sizes are guaranteed to those who order by October 1st. After that, shirt sizes are limited.
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