WHATBurgaw Autumn Festival's Graveyard 5K & Boo-gaw Trick or Treat Mile
Graveyard 5K.The Graveyard 5K is a traditional race through Burgaw, North Carolina including running on the the scenic Osgood Canal Greenway and Urban Trail. Our brave racers will also run through a 1/3 mile section through the Burgaw Cemetery. According to records, there are graves dating back to the 1860s. Run fast!
Boo-gaw Trick or Treat Mile. In this One Mile Race, participants run the town square in Burgaw.  After the race, trick or treat through the festival.  Our vendors will have special treats for participants.  This event is open to participants of all ages.
Community Partner.The event has partnered with the Parks Foundation of Burgaw Splash Pad Project.
MAKE A SPLASH FOR A GREAT CAUSE!
We're raising funds to build a Splash Pad at Bishop Rayford Hankins Memorial Park - a vibrant, safe, and inclusive play space where kids of all ages can beat the heat and make lasting memories.
Help us turn on the water and turn up the fun in Burgaw!
For more information visit HERE.  To donate click HERE.
DISTANCES OFFERED5K - Timed Event1 Mile - Timed Event*You can walk or run either event.
WHENSaturday, October 17, 2026
START / FINISH LINE LOCATIONBurgaw Town SquareOn E Freemont Street between S Wright St & S Walker StBurgaw, NC 28425(*For Google Maps use this address: 100 S Wright Street)
PARKINGParking is available:- Parking lot at Burgaw Town Hall at N Walker Street & E Wilmington Street- In front of the Historic Burgaw Train Depot- Any legal parking spot along Freemont Street
SCHEDULE OF EVENTSFor the Full Schedule, click HERE
HOW TO REGISTERRegister Before the Race: Click on the SIGN UP button in the upper right cornerRegister At Pre-Race Packet Pickup or On Race Day:  To register at packet pickup or race morning, we will provide a QR code for you to register on your phone.  You can also register online from your phone or device up until the race starts.