The Best Races - Midtown Memphis

AUG
29
2026
Join the laid-back Sloth Run along the Memphis Riverwalk, offering 5K, 10K, and Half-Marathon distances. This smaller, private event welcomes all paces and includes a shipped swag bag with shirt and medal. It features optional timing, multiple start waves, and a virtual run alternative.
Sat 29 Aug 2026
13 miles 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Event Details

The Sloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 takes place at the Riverwalk in Memphis, Tennessee. The event includes several distance options: 5K, 10K, and a Half-Marathon (13.1 miles). There is also a Family 1 Mile Fun Run and a Virtual Run option.

This is described as a smaller, private group run with capped waves. All paces and ages are welcome, and participants can run or walk. Timing is optional, with no timing chips provided; participants can track their time via a fitness app and submit results online. Race bibs are provided on the day of the event.

Participant Information

Registration includes several items shipped to a US address: a running t-shirt, a finisher's towel or giveaway item, and a finisher's medal. A digital training pack, online results, a certificate of completion, and an invitation to join a local running club are also provided. Technical running shirts are available for an extra fee.

Packet pickup is not required; the swag bag is shipped directly to participants. Race updates and course maps are emailed the Wednesday before the event. Late registrations are accepted, but shirts may arrive after the race.

Waves and Logistics

Wave start times are organized on a first-come, first-served basis:

  • Wave A: 7:30 AM
  • Wave B: 8:00 AM
  • Wave C: 8:30 AM

Late runners can start upon arrival. Coordinators stay for three hours after the first wave begins.

Additional Options

The event offers a virtual run option with a digital training pack. Participants can run any time and place and submit results to receive a medal. There is also a race bundle for signing up for multiple events. The event includes optional fundraising where a donation is made to charity for each mile logged after the race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

13 mi
Half-Marathon 13.1
10 km
10k
5 km