Coffin Races

Cave Spring’s 1st Annual Coffin Race

 Saturday, October 18, 2025

Downtown Cave Spring | City Hall

 Check-In: 1:00 PM | Race: 2:30 PM | Parade: 6:30 PM

Get ready for thrills, chills, and coffin-shaped competition! Join us for Cave Spring’s first-ever Coffin Race — part DIY derby, part Halloween spectacle, and 100% unforgettable.

How It Works:

• Teams of 5 (4 Pushers + 1 Rider a.k.a. “Paisley”)

• Build a custom, wheeled coffin (must meet specs)

• Compete head-to-head in timed heats

• Awards for Fastest Team, Best Coffin, Best Paisley, and Best Entourage

• All racers must be 18+ | Entourages may include all ages

Important Links:

• Register Your Team Here (Deadline: Friday, October 3 at 5 PM)

• Full Race Day Info & Coffin Specifcations

• Questions? Email dda@cityofcavespring.com or text 706-331-3005

Stick around after the race for the Halloween Parade and Parade of Coffins at 6:30 PM!

Spectators welcome. Costumes encouraged. Parade is open to all to have a float in the Halloween Parade. 

Hosted by the Cave Spring Downtown Development Authority

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