The Best Races - Midtown Memphis
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Event Overview
The Run for Breast Cancer event takes place in Overton Park in Memphis, Tennessee. It offers participants a choice of in-person distances or a virtual run option. The event has a charitable focus.
Distances Available
The event features multiple in-person race distances and a virtual run option:
- 5K
- 10K
- Half-Marathon (13.1 miles)
- Virtual Run
- Family 1 Mile Fun Run
Event Format
The run is described as a smaller, private group run with capped participation per wave. All paces and ages are welcome, and participants can run or walk. The event does not use timing chips, but participants can optionally track their own time using a running app. Race bibs are provided on the day of the event.
Participant Perks
Registered participants receive a swag bag. This includes a race t-shirt shipped to their US address prior to the event, a finisher's medal, and a finisher's towel or giveaway. A digital training pack and an invitation to join a local running club are also provided.
Logistics
Packet pickup is handled via shipping; swag items are mailed directly to participants' addresses. A final event update with details and course maps is emailed the Wednesday before the race.
Virtual Run Option
The virtual run can be completed any time and place. Virtual participants receive a digital training pack and can submit their results to receive a finisher's medal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
