In 1995, the Manitou Springs Chamber of Commerce started the first coffin races in the nation, in memory of a beloved member of Manitou Springs. In the years since, the races have grown into an often-copied-but-never-equaled Manitou Springs tradition.
The Emma Crawford Coffin Race & Parade will be returning this year on Saturday, October 29, 2022, in Manitou Springs, CO. Parade starts at noon, followed immediately by the races. In its 28th year, the Emma Coffin Crawford Race is expected to attract as many as 10,000 spectators to the small mountain town. Spectators are encouraged to arrive several hours early to allow time for travel and to beat the crowds.
Getting to the Emma Crawford Coffin Races is as easy as one, two, three. ... view more »
The Emma Crawford Coffin Race & Parade will be returning this year on Saturday, October 29, 2022, in Manitou Springs, CO. Parade starts at noon, followed immediately by the races. In its 28th year, the Emma Coffin Crawford Race is expected to attract as many as 10,000 spectators to the small mountain town. Spectators are encouraged to arrive several hours early to allow time for travel and to beat the crowds.
Getting to the Emma Crawford Coffin Races is as easy as one, two, three.
- One: Park for free at 1675 Garden of the Gods Rd, The DMV Parking Structure, and ride one of the shuttles that run continuously from 9am-6pm on race day for $5 roundtrip.
- Two: Park at Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort and bike to the races (2 El Paso Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80904.) PikeRide is offering a 30 minute free bike ride on one of their electric Bicycles using the code EMMA2022. Bicycle valet located in Memorial Park until 2pm or lock up at one of many bike racks around town.
- Three: Catch a ride with Uber/Lyft/Z-trip! There is a designated dropoff/pickup spot at the Chase Bank on Manitou Avenue – 484 Manitou Ave, Manitou Springs, CO 80829.
Stay in town for more Halloween and Coffin Race fun!
Coffin After Party at the Finish Line in Soda Springs Park with food, beer garden and free entertainment for all ages. Watch our afterparty page for more info.
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