Lunartic 5K Run/Walk
- Date Fri 31st July 2026
- Time 8:30PM CDT
- Location Smithville, Missouri
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable night at the Lunartic 5K Run/Walk, scheduled for Friday, July 31, 2026, in the picturesque town of Smithville, Clay! This unique nighttime event, taking place under the glow of a near full moon, will guide participants along the scenic shoreline trails of Smithville Lake. Whether you're looking to run or walk, this family-friendly event promises a fantastic atmosphere filled with excitement and camaraderie.
Starting at the Smoke and Davey trailhead and finishing at Sailboat Cove, this chip-timed race offers both individual and team registration options, encouraging a fun competitive spirit among friends and family. Don’t forget to bring your headlamp or flashlight, as the enchanting trails can become quite dark under the tree canopy! Registration is just $30 if completed before midnight on July 30, and you can also opt for packet pickup on race day. With proceeds benefiting the Smithville High School cross country team, your participation supports local athletes while you enjoy a magical evening of fitness and fun. Join us for this exhilarating event and make memories that will last a lifetime!
Starting at the Smoke and Davey trailhead and finishing at Sailboat Cove, this chip-timed race offers both individual and team registration options, encouraging a fun competitive spirit among friends and family. Don’t forget to bring your headlamp or flashlight, as the enchanting trails can become quite dark under the tree canopy! Registration is just $30 if completed before midnight on July 30, and you can also opt for packet pickup on race day. With proceeds benefiting the Smithville High School cross country team, your participation supports local athletes while you enjoy a magical evening of fitness and fun. Join us for this exhilarating event and make memories that will last a lifetime!
Organiser's Description
The Lunartic (Lunar-tic) 5K run/walk is a nighttime event held on the eve of a full moon (or near full moon) along the beautiful shoreline of the Smithville Lake trails. The name was derived from the craziness of running under a full moon! This is a fun, family-friendly event. It is recommended to bring a headlamp or flashlight as it does get very dark under the tree canopy. This chip-timed race will be run point-to-point beginning at the _Smoke and Davey_ trailhead and ending at _Sailboat Cove_. DO NOT park at the start. There is ample parking at the finish and runners will be shuttled to the start line via school bus. The last bus will leave for the starting line at 8:20pm.
We are again offering the team (5 runners) option this year. You can select to run as an individual or set up/join an existing team.
The registration fee is $30 if you are registered before midnight July 30. Registration increases to $40 at packet pickup. T-shirts are only guaranteed to those registered before July 20. Because expenses are paid months in advance, there will be no refunds for weather or a forced cancellation by the county or state of Missouri.
WHO DOES LUNARTIC 5K BENEFIT?
Proceeds from this event benefit the Smithville High School cross country team. We appreciate your support! If you would like to make an extra donation to help the team, you will have an opportunity to do so at registration.
ENTRY FEE
$30.00 if pre-registered (by midnight July 30)
$40.00 at packet pickup
PACKET PICKUP
Packet pickup will be at Smithville High School Thursday, July 30, 4-7pm and before the race Friday July 31 at Sailboat Cove from 6-7:30 p.m., where you can also register. If you are pre-registered, you will also receive an email the week of the race that confirms your registration and provides additional details for race day.
PARKING
Please park in the grass lot at Sailboat Cove. You will be shuttled to the start. A $6 park entry fee per vehicle is included in your race registration. This hang tag can be picked up at packet pickup Friday evening or Saturday morning. This pass is good for entry to all areas of Smithville Lake all day July 31 only.
We are again offering the team (5 runners) option this year. You can select to run as an individual or set up/join an existing team.
The registration fee is $30 if you are registered before midnight July 30. Registration increases to $40 at packet pickup. T-shirts are only guaranteed to those registered before July 20. Because expenses are paid months in advance, there will be no refunds for weather or a forced cancellation by the county or state of Missouri.
WHO DOES LUNARTIC 5K BENEFIT?
Proceeds from this event benefit the Smithville High School cross country team. We appreciate your support! If you would like to make an extra donation to help the team, you will have an opportunity to do so at registration.
ENTRY FEE
$30.00 if pre-registered (by midnight July 30)
$40.00 at packet pickup
PACKET PICKUP
Packet pickup will be at Smithville High School Thursday, July 30, 4-7pm and before the race Friday July 31 at Sailboat Cove from 6-7:30 p.m., where you can also register. If you are pre-registered, you will also receive an email the week of the race that confirms your registration and provides additional details for race day.
PARKING
Please park in the grass lot at Sailboat Cove. You will be shuttled to the start. A $6 park entry fee per vehicle is included in your race registration. This hang tag can be picked up at packet pickup Friday evening or Saturday morning. This pass is good for entry to all areas of Smithville Lake all day July 31 only.
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Fri 31st July 2026 (8:30PM CDT)
$32.80
Late registration has been increased to $40 to encourage early registration. We want to ensure we have enough tshirts and medals and these numbers are turned in 10 days prior to the race. The last bus will leave Sailboat Cove for the starting line at 8:20pm. T-shirts are only guaranteed through July 20. We will order a limited amount of extras but cannot guarantee sizing after this date. Packet pickup: Thursday, July 30, 4:30-7:00pm at Smithville High School or before the race Friday, July 31 at Sailboat Cove, 6-7:30pm. There will be no refunds due to weather or a forced cancellation by the county or state of Missouri.
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