The Best Races - Midtown Memphis
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Event Overview
The Run for Chocolate is a running event with a sweet theme. It takes place at the Riverwalk in Memphis, Tennessee. The event offers several distances: a 5K, a 10K, a Half-Marathon (13.1 miles), and a 1 Mile Family Fun Run. There is also a virtual run option.
Key Details
The event is scheduled for Saturday, July 4, 2026. Participants start in timed waves, labeled Wave A, Wave B, and Wave C. The event is described as a smaller, private group run with a cap on the number of participants per wave.
Race bibs are provided on the day of the event. There is no packet pickup for swag; items are shipped directly to participants' US mailing addresses.
Participation & Timing
All paces and ages are welcome, with participants under 18 requiring a guardian. The run is designed to be a supportive, stress-free experience with coordinators on-site. Official timing chips are not used. Participants may optionally track their own time using a fitness app and submit it via an online form for posted results.
Participant Perks
Registered runners receive a swag bag that includes a running t-shirt (shipped), a finisher's towel or giveaway item, and a finisher's medal. A digital training pack, online results, and a certificate of completion are also provided. An optional upgrade to a technical running shirt is available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
