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5K Races in Tennessee

Tennessee has 228 upcoming 5K races scheduled for 2026. Most of the calendar falls in the warmer months: 145 of 228 races (64%) take place between May and September, with September (49 events) the busiest month. No single city dominates the calendar. Knoxville leads with 39 races, followed by Memphis (36), Nashville (22), and Jackson (12). The remaining 52% of the calendar is spread across smaller cities.

5K races by month in Tennessee

Sep (49) · Jul (33) · Aug (33) · Oct (29) · Jun (28) · Nov (26) · Dec (16) · Feb (5) · Apr (4) · Mar (2) · May (2) · Jan (1)

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Hope in Motion 5K
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Hope in Motion 5K

June 18, 2026
Anywhere, TN
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Music City Juneteenth Freedom Day 5K Run/Walk

Nashville, TN

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Music City Juneteenth Freedom Day 5K Run/Walk

June 19, 2026
Nashville, TN
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M.A.D. Juneteenth 5K
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M.A.D. Juneteenth 5K

June 19, 2026
Milan, TN
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Knoxville, TN (25)

Knoxville, TN

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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Knoxville, TN (25)

June 20, 2026
Knoxville, TN
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Light Over Darkness 5K
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Light Over Darkness 5K

June 20, 2026
Cookeville, TN
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Run Juneteenth Day 5K/10K/13.1 MEMPHIS
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Run Juneteenth Day 5K/10K/13.1 MEMPHIS

June 20, 2026
Memphis, TN
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RC - MoonPie 10 Mile and 5K Races - Bell Buckle
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RC - MoonPie 10 Mile and 5K Races - Bell Buckle

June 20, 2026
Bell Buckle, TN
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LIGHT IN THE DARKNESS GLOW WALK/RUN 5K

Henderson, TN

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LIGHT IN THE DARKNESS GLOW WALK/RUN 5K

June 20, 2026
Henderson, TN
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Knoxville, TN (25)
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Knoxville, TN (25)

June 20, 2026
Knoxville, TN
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Jadah A. Gallaher "GO HARD" 5K
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Jadah A. Gallaher "GO HARD" 5K

June 20, 2026
Harriman, TN
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Jackson, TN (24)

Jackson, TN

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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Jackson, TN (24)

June 20, 2026
Jackson, TN
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Sloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 MEMPHIS
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Sloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 MEMPHIS

June 20, 2026
Memphis, TN
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Summer Burn 5k
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Summer Burn 5k

June 20, 2026
Johnson City, TN
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Wyatt's Walk and Run 5k
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Wyatt's Walk and Run 5k

June 20, 2026
Mount Juliet, TN
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Marble City 5K
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Marble City 5K

June 21, 2026
Knoxville, TN
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Sloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 MEMPHIS

Memphis, TN

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Sloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 MEMPHIS

June 24, 2026
Memphis, TN
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Wilma Rudolph 5K & 1-mile Fun Run/Walk
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Wilma Rudolph 5K & 1-mile Fun Run/Walk

June 25, 2026
Clarksville, TN
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June Summer Sizzler 5k + 1 mile
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June Summer Sizzler 5k + 1 mile

June 26, 2026
Cleveland, TN
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3rd Annual Blackberry Festival 5K
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3rd Annual Blackberry Festival 5K

June 27, 2026
Powell, TN
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Achin' For The Bacon 5K River Run
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Achin' For The Bacon 5K River Run

June 27, 2026
Erwin, TN
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Medal Madness 5K, & 10K at Knoxville, TN (26)
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Medal Madness 5K, & 10K at Knoxville, TN (26)

June 27, 2026
Knoxville, TN
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June Summer Sizzler 5k + 1 mile

Cleveland, TN

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June Summer Sizzler 5k + 1 mile

June 27, 2026
Cleveland, TN
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Run to Remember Memorial 5k
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Run to Remember Memorial 5k

June 27, 2026
Maynardville, TN
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Red White & BOOM Freedom 5k

Cookeville, TN

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Red White & BOOM Freedom 5k

June 27, 2026
Cookeville, TN
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Top Cities for 5K Races in Tennessee

Knoxville (39)Memphis (36)Nashville (22)

5K Races in Nearby States

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Frequently asked questions

How long is a 5K race?▾
A 5K is 3.1 miles (5 kilometers). It is the most popular race distance in the US and a great starting point for new runners. RACE lists thousands of 5K events across all 50 states.
What is a good 5K time for beginners?▾
A good beginner 5K time is 30-35 minutes. Many first-time runners aim to complete the distance without stopping. The average US 5K finish time is around 28 minutes.
How do I find a 5K near me?▾
Use the RACE search bar to enter your zip code or state and filter by distance. You can also browse by month to find races that fit your schedule. Turkey Trots in November and charity 5Ks are especially popular.
How long does it take to train for a 5K?▾
Most couch-to-5K programs are 6-8 weeks long with 3 runs per week. If you can already jog for 10-15 minutes, you could be ready in 4-6 weeks with consistent training.
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