The Best Races - Midtown Memphis
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Event Overview
The Run for Donuts event takes place at the Riverwalk in Memphis, Tennessee. It features multiple distances: a 5K, a 10K, and a Half-Marathon (13.1 miles). There is also a Family 1 Mile Fun Run and a Virtual Run option.
Event Details
The event 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. No timing chips are used; participants may track their own time using an app and submit results online, or coordinators can assist.
Registered participants receive a swag bag with items shipped to a US address. This includes a running T-shirt, a finisher's towel or giveaway, a finisher's medal, a digital training pack, online results, and a certificate of completion. Technical running shirts are available as an optional upgrade.
Packet pickup is not required, as race swag is shipped directly. Race bibs are provided on the event day.
Schedule
The event uses a wave start system. Three waves are mentioned: Wave A at 7:30 AM, Wave B at 8:00 AM, and Wave C at 8:30 AM. Late runners can start upon arrival, with coordinators staying for three hours after the first wave.
Other Information
A race bundle discount is offered for signing up for multiple events. The event is organized by The Best Races, with sponsors including GATORADE. There is a charity initiative where for every mile logged after the race, one dollar is donated to a partnered charity. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
