Forrest Spence 5K
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Forrest Spence 5K (19th Annual)
The Forrest Spence 5K is a community fundraising event held on August 29, 2026 at the Mullins Station Event Field in Shelby Farms Park, Memphis, TN. The event is presented by Campbell Clinic Orthopaedics and is sanctioned by USA Track & Field.
The event 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 across the Mid-South. The fund reports it has assisted over 143,000 families. For the current campaign the stated goal is $20,000 and the amount raised is $1,049.63, which is 5 percent of the goal.
Race and activity options include:
- 5K road race
- 100 yard dash for children eight and under
- 1 Mile Fun Run for children 12 and under
A Ghost Runner or Virtual Runner option is available, with an option to have race packets mailed. Participants who post a virtual time are entered into a drawing for one of eight door prizes. Event-day amenities listed include games, bounce houses, slides, food, awards, course maps, and a venue layout map. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
