Course

The flat course starts in front of the historic Greenlawn Chapel completed in 1884 and makes several loops around the Cemetery inside the fence and around nearby Mound Park before finishing in front of the Chapel. There is a mix of pavement, uneven brick roads, and grass paths.

A free kids' fun run will take place at 1:30 pm, no sign-up is required. They will dash around Soldiers Circle. 

Entry Fees

$25.00 if pre-registered on or before October 10, 2023

$30.00 if pre-registered on or before October 28, 2023

$35.00 on race day, registration begins at 12 pm

Race shirts are guaranteed to those registered before October 10, 2023.

Age Groups

8 & younger, 9 - 14, 15 - 19, 20 - 24, 25 - 29, 30 - 34, 35 - 39, 40 - 44, 45 - 49, 50 - 54, 55 - 59, 60 - 64, 65 - 69, 70 & older

Awards

Awards to the overall male and female winners, the top three in each age group, and more!

Charity Information

Proceeds go to support the work of the Friends of Greenlawn Cemetery Foundation. The Friends of Greenlawn Cemetery Foundation is a 501(c)(3) corporation dedicated to restoring, preserving, and enhancing the beauty, architectural integrity, monuments, and horticulture of Greenlawn Cemetery located in Portsmouth, OH, while providing a historically restored, beautiful, and peaceful place for the general public. Learn more about the Friends of Greenlawn Cemetery Foundation's work at https://www.friendsofgreenlawncemeteryfoundation.org/before-and-after.

More Information

This is a family-friendly event suitable for all ages. Costumes are welcome and encouraged. Just fun, no frights!

Additional parking can be found at the SOMC LIFE Center located at 1202 18th Street, Portsmouth, OH 45662.

Dogs are not permitted in the Cemetery on or off-leash. Thank you!

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