Tombstone Trot
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About the race
The Tombstone Trot takes place on October 17, 2027 at Prairie Home Cemetery in Waukesha, WI. The event is organized in partnership with Silver Circle Sports Events and marks the cemetery's 178th anniversary.
Distances offered include:
- 5K Run - 3.1 miles
- 5K Ruck - 3.1 miles
- 2 Mile Walk - 2 miles
- Kiddos Run - 0.6 miles
A portion of event proceeds will benefit Friends of Prairie Home Cemetery, Inc., a 501(c)(3) organization. Funds raised this year will support installation of a monument and a flagpole in the cemetery's newer Veterans section.
Friends of Prairie Home Cemetery will operate a 50/50 raffle with tickets priced at $5 each or five for $20; cash and credit are accepted and a drawing will be held. Prairie Home Cemetery history books will be available for purchase for $10 each.
The standard registration fee for the main events is $35. The Kiddos Run has no entry fee. The description above is a summary of the event format, beneficiaries, and fundraising activities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
