The Great American River Run
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Event overview
The Great American River Run is scheduled for May 23, 2026, in Downtown Memphis, Memphis, TN, during Memorial Day weekend. The event is organized by Memphis in May International Festival and is presented by AutoZone. Sponsors listed include Memphis Tourism, Michelob Ultra, Gossett Porsche, YMCA, and Ortho South. The event program includes live music and a post-race celebration.
Race details and registration
The event offers the following race distances:
- 5K
- 10K
- Half Marathon
Registration prices listed for the current registration window (Oct 22 to Jan 15) are: 5K $45, 5K - Military $40; 10K $50, 10K - Military $45; Half Marathon $65, Half Marathon - Military $60. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.