The Great American River Run
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The Great American River Run
The Great American River Run takes place on Memorial Day weekend in Downtown Memphis, Tennessee. It is described as a Memphis tradition.
The event offers three distances: 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon. There are registration options with discounted rates for military participants. A commemorative technical t-shirt is also available for purchase.
The course is scenic and runs along the Mississippi River. The event includes live music and a post-race celebration.
The event contact is the Memphis in May International Festival. It is presented by AutoZone and has several sponsors, including Memphis Tourism, Michelob Ultra, Gossett Porsche, the YMCA, and Ortho South. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.