Inaugural Graveyard Grand Prix Coffin Races Speed into Downtown Conway this Halloween Season
The Conway Chamber of Commerce is bringing a brand new event to Downtown Conway that will transform the town into a thrilling and spooky racetrack. The Graveyard Grand Prix Coffin Races, presented by Radial, will kick off on Saturday, October 25 at 11 a.m. This one-of-a-kind Halloween-themed event promises high-energy races, creative costumes, family-friendly activities, and a spirited celebration for all ages.
What to Expect
Spectators can cheer on teams as they compete in homemade, human-powered “coffins” in a series of head-to-head heats. Alongside the adrenaline-pumping races, the event will feature:
- Delicious offerings from local food trucks
- Halloween-themed vendors
- Kids’ games and activities
- A photobooth for capturing ghoulish memories
- Spooky performers and live music
Race Details & Rules
Each team must consist of five participants: one rider, dubbed “The Ghost”, and four pushers. All participants must be at least 16 years old, and safety is key—coffins must have four wheels, be steerable, include a secure seat, and be built without motors or pedals. Helmets are required for all participants.
Teams will race down a closed section of Laurel Street, with at least two qualifying runs per team. The fastest advance to the finals, but speed isn’t the only way to win—creativity, team spirit, and style will also be rewarded.
Awards
- 1st Place: Fastest Coffin (Cash Prize)
- 2nd Place: Runner-Up Speed Demon (Cash Prize)
- Dead Last Award: Slowest finish
- Best Coffin Design: Most creative and well-crafted (Cash Prize)
- Best Team Theme: Best costume and concept (Cash Prize)
- Creepiest Coffin: Spookiest or eeriest design
Registration Information
Team entry is $50, with limited space available. Registration is now open and spots are expected to fill quickly. A required pre-race team briefing will be held on event day. Costumes are highly encouraged, as creativity could mean a shot at an award.
Join the Fun!
Whether you’re racing, cheering from the sidelines, or enjoying the food, music, and festivities, the Graveyard Grand Prix is set to be an unforgettable Halloween-season highlight in Conway.
The presenting sponsor of the Graveyard Grand Prix is Radial — experts in breakthrough mental health care, specializing in the latest fast-acting, evidence-based treatments for depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, and other mood disorders. With FDA-approved treatments covered by most insurance plans, we are committed to expanding access to care that leads to transformation, not just treatment. We are proudly serving South Carolina from our Myrtle Beach location, with a second office opening soon in downtown Conway. Learn more at meetradial.com.
For more information about the Coffin Races and to register your team, please visit conwayscchamber.com, follow along on Facebook, email Morgan McDonnell at MMcdonnell@conwayscchamber.com, or call (843) 248-2273.
