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St. Jude Memphis Marathon Weekend
Memphis, United States
December 5, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunPublic Park
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5K Road Races in Tennessee
19 verified events with 67 individual races (2 confirmed dates) in Tennessee complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events192 confirmed dates
Competitions67Races & courses
Distances1 - 42.2 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+387 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Nashville Marathon
Nashville, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km+1
City RunKids & Youth Races+2
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Half and Half Marathon, 10k, 5k - Lebanon, TN
Lebanon, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunPublic Park+1
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Erlanger Chattanooga Marathon
Chattanooga, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42 km21 km5 km
City RunKids & Youth Races+1
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Course Ninja de North Park
Jackson, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km15 km10 km5 km
Nature & Off-RoadCity Run+1
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Half and Half Marathon, 5K, and 10K - Mount Juliet, TN
Mount Juliet, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
Nature & Off-RoadPublic Park+2
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Whiskey Run Knoxville
Knoxville, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunPublic Park
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Run Santa Run Memphis
Memphis, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunFestive
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 5, 2026 | St. Jude Memphis Marathon Weekend | Memphis, Tennessee, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Nashville Marathon | Nashville, Tennessee, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Half and Half Marathon, 10k, 5k - Lebanon, TN | Lebanon, Tennessee, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Erlanger Chattanooga Marathon | Chattanooga, Tennessee, US | Road Running | 42 km21 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Course Ninja de North Park | Jackson, Tennessee, US | Road Running | 21.1 km15 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Half and Half Marathon, 5K, and 10K - Mount Juliet, TN | Mount Juliet, Tennessee, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Whiskey Run Knoxville | Knoxville, Tennessee, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Run Santa Run Memphis | Memphis, Tennessee, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Chattanooga Hungry Turkey | Chattanooga, Tennessee, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Spring Hill Turkey Burn | Spring Hill, Tennessee, US | Road Running | 21.1 km5 km1 km |
| Date to be announced | Run Santa Run Nashville | Nashville, Tennessee, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Run Santa Run Smokies | Townsend, Tennessee, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The 5K distance is both the most accessible entry point to road racing and a high-speed aerobic test for experienced runners. Measured asphalt and city courses ranging from fast 5K and 10K races to international half marathons, marathons, and 100K road ultras. In this 5K Road Races in Tennessee directory, RunningCompass curates 19 events comprising 67 individual races, including 2 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 1 km to 42.2 km and elevation gains up to +387 m. Key host locations include Memphis, Nashville, Lebanon, Chattanooga. Notable events in this selection include St. Jude Memphis Marathon Weekend, Nashville Marathon, Half and Half Marathon, 10k, 5k - Lebanon, TN.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under 5K Road Races in Tennessee?
This overview currently includes 19 verified events featuring 67 individual races. Of these, 2 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 17 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in 5K Road Races in Tennessee?
Races in this selection span distances of 1 km to 42.2 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +387 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Road Running.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in 5K Road Races in Tennessee?
Top host locations include Memphis, Nashville, Lebanon, Chattanooga, Jackson. Representative events in the catalog include St. Jude Memphis Marathon Weekend, Nashville Marathon, Half and Half Marathon, 10k, 5k - Lebanon, TN, Erlanger Chattanooga Marathon. The 5K distance is both the most accessible entry point to road racing and a high-speed aerobic test for experienced runners.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for 5K Road Races in Tennessee?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 67 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.