The Best Races - Midtown Memphis
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A Merry Christmas Run 5K/10K/13.1 MEMPHIS
This event takes place on December 26, 2026 at Riverwalk in Memphis, Tennessee. It offers several in person and virtual distance options and is organized as a smaller group run with a cap per wave. The event notes that waves will close once they fill and that late runners may start upon arrival; coordinators remain on site for several hours after the first wave.
Distances offered include:
- 5K
- 10K
- Half marathon 13.1
- Virtual run
- Family 1 mile fun run
Timing is optional. Participants may track time using apps and submit results or ask coordinators for assistance; no timing chips are used. Race bibs are provided on race day. There is no packet pickup because swag is shipped directly to the mailing address provided by registrants in the United States; shirts are mailed the week of the race and a technical shirt upgrade is available for an additional five dollars. Swag items listed include a running T shirt, finisher towel or giveaway, finisher medal, a digital training pack, and an online certificate of completion. A virtual run option includes a digital training pack and medal distribution after result submission. The event also supports optional fundraising where miles logged after the race may generate donations to partner charities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
