Name: Tombstone 5k
Start: 2026-10-17T08:30:00-05:00
Location: Mt. Greenwood Cemetery ,2900 West 111th Street, Chicago, IL, USA

Tombstone 5K

Saturday, October 17, 2026 at 8:30am

The Tombstone 5K Run/Walk timed race runs through the beautiful historic cemetery of Mount Greenwood. Scare up some fun and grab your friends and dress up for this pre-Halloween run.

We will be donating a portion of the proceeds exclusively to the Chicago Police Memorial Foundation.

Participants are encouraged to run in costume.

Female/Male overall winners will receive a pair of Brooks Ghost running shoes courtesy of Running Excels. Medals will be given to 1st place finishers in each age group.

Please Note: Race Registrations are non refundable. We understand that plans change, but do to the nature of the event we are unable to offer refunds under any circumstances- however if you're unable to make it on race day, your bib can be transferred to a friend or family member (sweatshirt size will not be able to be altered after 9/29/26).

The race packet includes a hoodie. YOU MUST REGISTER BY MIDNIGHT WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 TO BE GUARANTEED A HOODIE.

Registration fees Spots remaining: 448

Where pricing applies, shown amounts include mandatory charges, items, and fees.

5K Limited spots available

$44.79

Jun 30 - Oct 14

Register for 5K

Untimed Walker Limited spots available

$39.44

Jun 30 - Oct 14

Register for Untimed Walker

Event Details

Race Timing

We use a disposable chip timing tag that runners receive at packet pick up on their race bibs. It is lightweight and remains attached to the race bib.

Runners MUST wear their race bibs on the front of their clothing in order to be timed accurately. The bib cannot be covered, holding it in your hand or putting it in your pocket will NOT read the chip. Do not bend the chip. Smart watches such as Garmin and smart phones can interfere with the timing chip frequency. Please do not adjust your watch or phone as you cross the finish line and come through the chute. Disputes for times on Smart watches and smart phones will not be taken into consideration.

Packet Pick Up
Running Excels: 10328 S. Western Ave, Chicago. Thursday 10-15-26 12am-6pm and Friday 10-16-26 from 12am--6:pm.
Race Participant Goody Bag will include a hoodie. YOU MUST REGISTER BY 10-1-25 TO BE GUARANTEED A HOODIE.

Race Day Registration
Race Day Registration will be available from 7:30-8:00 am.

Awards
TOP FEMALE and MALE RUNNERS will receive a pair of Brooks Ghost running shoes courtesy of Running Excels. Additionally, the first place male and female finishers in each age category will receive medals. (9 & under, 10-14, 15-19,20-24,25-29,30-34,35-39,40-44,45-49,50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 & over)

Parking
Free parking is available along 111th street and area residential streets. No parking will be available inside the cemetery on race day.

Water Stations Water will be available at Mile 1, Mile 2 and at the finish of the race. Timing clocks will be located at the start and finish.

Safety
For safety reasons, bikes, skates and pets are NOT allowed on the course. Jogging strollers are permitted. We ask that you position yourself behind the runners as to not interfere with the start of the race. Walkers will be encouraged to start behind the runners.

Course Map

Start/Finish Line is the Yellow line. Green arrows denote the directions from the start line out onto the course to the turn around and Red arrows denote the direction coming back to the finish line.

Contact information

Event contact: Beverly Lynch
Phone: 708-670-6174
Website: Visit website