The Best Races - Midtown Memphis
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Run for Mental Health 5K/10K/13.1 MEMPHIS
This event takes place on November 14, 2026 at Riverwalk in Memphis, Tennessee. Multiple distance options are offered, including:
- 5K
- 10K
- 13.1 half marathon
- Virtual run option
- Family 1 mile fun run
The event uses a wave format with a cap per wave. The run is described as a smaller, private group format and is open to participants of all paces and ages when minors are accompanied by a guardian. Timing is optional and there are no timing chips; participants may track time with apps and submit results for posting, or ask coordinators to record times.
Packet pickup is minimal: race bibs are provided on race day and participant shirts and other swag are shipped to the US mailing address given at registration. Typical swag items include a running shirt, a finisher towel or giveaway, a finisher medal, and a digital training pack. Technical running shirts are available as an optional upgrade for an additional fee. Shirts are shipped the week of the race when mailed within the United States.
A virtual run option provides a digital training pack and a medal upon submission of results. Fundraising is optional and the event notes a donation initiative tied to miles logged after the race. Sponsors listed include Gatorade among others. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
