Lunartic 5K Run/Walk

Lunartic 5K Run/Walk

Date and Location

• Date: July 31, 2026
• Location: Sailboat Cove, 4416 Paradise Rd., Smithville, MO
• Event URL: Lunartic 5K Registration
• Event Type: Nighttime 5K run/walk along the beautiful shoreline of Smithville Lake trails

Race Details

• Overview: The Lunartic 5K run/walk is a nighttime event held on the eve of a full moon (or near full moon). The name was derived from the craziness of running under a full moon!
• Fun for All: This is a fun, family-friendly event.
• Light Source: It is recommended to bring a headlamp or flashlight as it does get very dark under the tree canopy.
• Course: This chip-timed race will be run point-to-point beginning at the Smoke and Davey trailhead and ending at Sailboat Cove.

Transportation and Parking

• Parking: DO NOT park at the start. There is ample parking at the finish.
• Shuttle Service: Runners will be shuttled to the start line via school bus. The last bus will leave for the starting line at 8:20pm.
• Entry Fee: $30 if registered before midnight July 30, $40 at packet pickup.
• T-shirts: Guaranteed only to those registered before July 20.

Registration Information

• Team Option: We are again offering the team (5 runners) option this year. You can select to run as an individual or set up/join an existing team.
• Cancellation Policy: There will be no refunds for weather or a forced cancellation by the county or state of Missouri.

Beneficiary

• Supported Team: Proceeds from this event benefit the Smithville High School cross country team.
• Extra Donations: If you would like to make an extra donation to help the team, you will have an opportunity to do so at registration.

Packet Pickup

• Dates: Packet pickup will be at Smithville High School Thursday, July 30, 4-7pm and before the race at Sailboat Cove on July 31 from 6-7:30 p.m.
• Email Confirmation: Pre-registered participants will receive an email the week of the race confirming registration and providing additional race day details.

Parking Details

• Location: Please park in the grass lot at Sailboat Cove.
• Shuttle: You will be shuttled to the start.
• Park Entry Fee: A $6 park entry fee per vehicle is included in your race registration.
• Pass Information: This hang tag can be picked up at packet pickup. This pass is good for entry to all areas of Smithville Lake on July 31 only.