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Sunday, October 18th, 2026
Prairie Home Cemetery, Waukesha WI
5K
44–59°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
58–73°F
rain
2024
44–64°F
dry
2023
46–64°F
rain
2022
32–44°F
dry
2021
43–69°F
dry
2020
38–56°F
rain
2019
39–56°F
dry
2018
32–54°F
dry
2017
51–67°F
dry
2016
58–76°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Sunday, Oct 18
Sunny · 41–58°F
Sunday, Oct 18starts near 41°F · 0% chance of rain · wind up to 16 mph
About this race
🏃♂️ Tombstone Trot – Celebrate 177 Years of Prairie Home Cemetery 🏃♀️
Join Prairie Home Cemetery & Silver Circle Sports Events for the Tombstone Trot, a unique run/walk through history! Prairie Home Cemetery is celebrating its 177th anniversary, and a portion of the proceeds will benefit Friends of Prairie Home Cemetery, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and enhancing the cemetery. Funds raised this year will go toward installing a monument and flagpole in the newer Veterans section of the cemetery. Thank you for your support!
Event Highlights:
- A scenic and meaningful run/walk through Prairie Home Cemetery
- Support a historic landmark and community nonprofit
- Commemorative race experience in honor of 176 years
💰 Friends of Prairie Home Cemetery will be offering:
🎟️ 50/50 Raffle (8:00 AM – 10:00 AM)
Tickets: $5 each or 5 for $20
Cash & credit accepted
Drawing at 10:00 AM (Need not be present to win)
Prairie Home Cemetery History Books – Available for purchase ($10 each)
Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind event that honors history while celebrating fitness and community! 🎽👟
🏃♂️ Tombstone Trot Course Description 🏃♀️
Experience a one-of-a-kind run/walk through the beautiful, tree-lined, historic grounds of Prairie Home Cemetery. The course meanders past scenic landscapes, offering a peaceful and reflective atmosphere, especially with the stunning fall colors—be sure to check out the course video!
The start/finish line is a sight to behold, lined with American flags 🇺🇸, creating a truly memorable experience from beginning to end.
View the Course Map Here: 5K Course | 2 Mile Walk Course
Courses subject to change.
Join us for a race that blends history, nature, and community spirit in a setting like no other!
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