Lace up your running shoes, Nashville. Fall race season has sprinted into view. Whether you’re a seasoned marathoner or a first-timer, there’s a run for everyone.
Note: All listed times are the start times of the first race.
Fall race days
Nashville 1/2 Marathon | Saturday, Oct. 26 | 7 a.m. | First Horizon Park | Choose from the half marathon, marathon, and 6.15K routes + enjoy a post-race festival after passing the on-field finish line.
Fall Season Celebratory 5K | Saturday, Nov. 23 | 8 a.m. | Two Rivers Park | $40+ (adults), $30+ (children) | The Girls on the Run Race Village will open at 7 a.m. with face painting, coffee, poster decorating, and more.
Turkey trots
Turkey Trot | Thursday, Nov. 28 | 7 a.m. | 3000 Meridian Blvd., Franklin | $45+ (adults), $18 (kids) | Now in its 25th year, over 3,000 participants run or walk the 5K, 10K, and Kid’s Turkey Chase through the heart of Cool Springs.
Music City Turkey Trot | Thursday, Nov. 28 | 8 a.m. | Nissan Stadium | $38+ | Start your holiday with a 5K run/walk or a 1-mile trot, with both courses being dog- and stroller-friendly.
That finish line feeling.
Photo via Animal Rescue Corps
Tommy Crockett Memorial Rescue Run | Thursday, Nov. 28 | 8 a.m. | Two Rivers Ford, Mt. Juliet | $34+ | This 5K and 1-Mile Family Fun Run awards 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place medals in each age group + proceeds benefit Animal Rescue Corps.
Boulevard Bolt | Thursday, Nov. 28 | 8 a.m. | Belle Meade Boulevard | $45+ | Celebrating 31 years this season, the 5-mile race has grown to over 7,500 participants.
Nashville Turkey Trot | Thursday, Nov. 28 | 8:15 a.m.| Wave Country | $42+ (adults), free+ (children) | This family-friendly event features a kid’s dash, fun run, 5K, and 10-mile races.
Holly jolly races
Run Santa Run | Sunday, Dec. 1 | 8 a.m. | Two Rivers Park | $61+ | Get ready to dash into the holiday spirit at this race series that includes 5K, 10K, and half-marathon courses.
Candy Cane Course | Sunday, Dec. 15 | 9 a.m. | Veterans Park, Hendersonville | $29+ (adults), $24 (kids) | Enjoy a festive race day with your choice of courses: 1-mile, 5K, 12K, or Kids Dash.
