The Rest in Peace 5K Run invites runners and walkers of all ages and abilities to wind their way through the headstones in beautiful historic Laurel Hill.

Pay tribute to Laurel Hill’s permanent residents as you pass tombstones and mausoleums, then keep the spirit alive at our After-Run Party! Cool down with killer beats from a local DJ, toast your effort with a cold beer or a non-alcoholic option (your first one’s on us if you’re bibbed up!), and refuel with snacks and plenty of cheer.

Costumes are encouraged; fun is guaranteed; awards for best dressed, top runners, and more. Proceeds benefit the Friends of Laurel Hill, a nonprofit dedicated to the preservation of both our historic grounds – Laurel Hill East and Laurel Hill West.

Sponsorship opportunities are available. Contact donate@laurelhillphl.com to learn more.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Unique and challenging, the Run winds through Laurel Hill East, including the challenging hills and elevations of the South section. The course is ADA-accessible. Two water stations will be set up along the course. Kilometer markers and color-coded vinyl arrows on the pavement will indicate your race progress as well as direction.* Scroll down for course map.

Bringing spectators? Your friends are totally welcome to cheer you on and enjoy the festivities. The check-in courtyard is a great place for cheering as the race passes through. This race is a fundraiser – donations are appreciated and encouraged! 

GETTING HERE – PARKING – ACCESSIBILITY: 

We strongly recommend riding sharing, carpooling, or taking transit, as parking is limited and on a first-come, first-served basis. 

Please give yourself plenty of time to get here.

Limited free street parking is available on Ridge Ave and on streets in the surrounding neighborhood. 

Limited free accessible parking will be reserved in the parking lot directly across the street from the cemetery entrance located at 3822 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19132. 

No vehicles will be permitted to enter the cemetery. 

The course is ADA-accessible and takes place on pavement. The cemetery entrance is paved with about 50 feet of uneven cobblestone. 

EVENT FLOW: 

4:30 PM – Check-in begins. Runners and spectators should enter through Laurel Hill East’s Gatehouse entrance at 3822 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19132. 

5:00 PM – All runners have checked-in. 

5:15 PM – Announcements. 

5:30 PM – Staff leads runners to the starting line (~10 minute walk) 

5:45 PM (dusk) – RIP 5K Run begins. 

After-Party begins when first runner finishes! 

7:00 PM – Award presentations at finish line. 

8:30 PM – After-Run Party wraps up. 

AFTER PARTY & AWARDS: Keep the spirit alive at our After-Run Party with music, drink, snacks, and vibes as you refuel! Tunes from DJ John Morrison and libations care of Philadelphia Brewing Co., Commonwealth Ciders, and Homebrewed Events. Bring the Halloween spirit! Awards will be presented by gender (male, female, nonbinary) – with special prizes for best costumes!