Forrest Spence 5K
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Forrest Spence 5K
The Forrest Spence 5K takes place on August 29, 2026 at the Mullins Station Event Field in Shelby Farms Park, Memphis, TN. The listing notes this is the 19th annual Forrest Spence 5K and the sixth year the event is held at Shelby Farms Park. The event is sanctioned by USA Track & Field.
Distances
- 5K
- 100 yard dash for kids 8 and under
- 1 Mile Fun Run for kids 12 and under
The event includes family-focused activities such as games, bounce houses, slides, food and awards. It supports the Forrest Spence Fund, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit that assists with non-medical needs of critically or chronically ill children and their families throughout the Mid-South. The fund has assisted over 143,000 families. Current fundraising totals show $1,022.15 raised toward a $20,000 goal, about 5 percent of the goal.
A Ghost Runner / Virtual Runner option is available; virtual participants can have race packets mailed and those who post a virtual time are entered into a drawing for one of eight door prizes. Presenting sponsor is Campbell Clinic Orthopaedics and the event lists additional community sponsors. Course maps and a venue layout map are provided for the site. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
