Veterans Day Freedom Run 5K/10K/13.1 MEMPHIS
About the race
Celebrate this Veterans Day with our annual Freedom Run in Memphis.
Join our 5K, 10K, or Half-Marathon, whether you are running for a personal best or walking with friends and family. Run in gratitude for the Veterans who have sacrificed so much to protect our freedom.
We keep things small, personal, and local, so every run feels less like a number and more like a memory. You'll get the warmth of a hometown event.
Race swag and results
- Running T-shirt (shipped to your address, US only)
- Finisher's medal
- Virtual training run (emailed to you a month before your run)
- Online results and certificate of completion
- Invitation to join a local running club
Wave times
Once you have registered, use your confirmation number to reserve a wave.
- Wave A: 7:30 AM
- Wave B: 8:00 AM
- Wave C: 8:30 AM
Running late? Jump in when you arrive. Our coordinators stay on-site for 3 hours after the first wave. Times may change depending on the season, so check your participant info email.
Timing
- Optional: track your own time via Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, or similar, then submit it through our online form to get posted.
- Or ask a coordinator to help time you.
- No timing chips are used.
Packet pickup
No packet pickup is needed. Your swag ships straight to your door. Double-check your full US mailing address, including apartment number, when you register, as your shirt is sent to this address. Race bibs are handed out on race day.
When my swag arrives
Your shirt will arrive at your mailing address the week of your race.
Signing up within 2 weeks of the race
Shipping may not arrive in time, so your shirt could arrive after race day. You are welcome to wear whatever you like and run with us anyway.
Course map and details
We will send final participant info by the Wednesday before race day, with all the details and course maps.
Virtual run option
Prefer to run on your own time? Our virtual run includes a digital training pack to keep you on track. Run whenever and wherever, with any tracking device you like (optional), then send your results to [email protected] to claim your medal.
Charity and fundraising
You can raise funds for a charity of your choice (optional). 100% of the net funds raised will go towards your cause of choice.
If you have a mission that helps people around the world, we can help you fundraise at no cost to you.
Entry capacity and ages
- Spots sell out fast. We close each wave the moment it fills.
- All paces and ages are welcome (under 18 with a guardian).
Cancellation policy
Athletes can cancel their registration, but no refund is given.
Refunds are not allowed for this race.
The course
Location
City insight: Memphis
Memphis is a city on the Mississippi River in Shelby County, Tennessee, USA, and its county seat. It is the second-most populous city in Tennessee. Summers are hot and humid, so spring and autumn are the best seasons to race.
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