Historic Cemetery Drop Dead 5K

Historic Cemetery Drop Dead 5K

  • Running
  • 5k
700 W 6th St, Charlotte, NC, US
Historic Elmwood Pinewood, Inc.

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About the Event

Historic Cemetery Drop Dead 5K

Get ready for fall’s most ‘spirited’ event! Lace up for a one-of-a-kind race through history! The Drop Dead 5K returns this fall with our unique course winding through the peaceful, scenic paths of Charlotte’s Historic Elmwood Pinewood Cemetery. Covering 70+ acres, this resting place is home to some of the city’s most notable names.

In addition to the 5K, the event features a food truck, DJ, an award ceremony, and a guided tour after the race. Your registration fee includes: Official race shirt, Custom race bib, Finisher medal. Please note that pricing is now all-inclusive of fees. Bring your crew and run as a team! Cheer each other on, celebrate those finish-line victories, and make the 5K a 'spirited' shared adventure!

Kids Fun Run!

We are excited to bring back our 1 Mile Kids Fun Run! The race will take place at 10 a.m. This is FREE for kids (registration is required) and includes a fun run finisher medal. This is untimed.

Proceeds: All proceeds help support the 501(c)3 nonprofit, Historic Elmwood Pinewood, Inc . (HEPI). Help us support the cemetery’s restoration and preservation while getting some exercise and enjoying some history!

Can’t make the race but still want to support? Register as a "Sleep In Supporter" and get the official 2025 race shirt.

Parking: Parking is available at the Gateway Village Parking Deck and at Irwin Academy Center.

Awards Ceremony: Join us for the 5K Awards Ceremony at 9:45 AM. Awards will be given out to: Top 3 Males/Females Overall, Top 1 Male/Female in the following Age Groups: 9 & Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+.

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5K$39.44
Kids 1 Mile Fun Run$0.00
Sleep In Supporter$39.44
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