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5Ks in Nashville, TN

Nashville, TN has 12 upcoming 5Ks. The 5K is the most popular race distance in America — short enough for first-timers, fast enough for seasoned runners chasing a PR.

12 upcoming races listed

Fun racesScenic racesCompetitive racesQuirky racesFestive racesFor a Cause racesBeginner-friendly
VandyBoys Salute to Service 5K

A living memorial 5K on Vanderbilt's campus, where each step honors a fallen hero and turns gratitude into action.

  • For a Cause
Sat, Apr 11, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT5KNashville, TN
EasygoingRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Nashville - HFTC 5k

Run or walk the Nashville HFTC 5k, a cause-driven event supporting Head for the Cure on a rolling course in mild Nashville weather.

  • For a Cause
Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 9:00 AM CDT3.1 MilesNashville, TN
EasygoingRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

2nd Annual GROW Together 5K

Join a family-friendly 5K run or walk in Nashville to celebrate community and support GROW, the city's first public food forest.

  • Fun
  • Festive
  • For a Cause
Sat, May 9, 2026, 9:00 AM CDT5KNashville, TN
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Family-oriented

Neurorecovery Center Nashville Run / Walk / Roll 5K

Support a vital cause at this Nashville 5K, helping make life-changing rehab accessible for individuals with neurological disabilities.

  • For a Cause
Sat, May 9, 2026, 9:00 AM CDT3.2 MilesNashville, TN
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Walkers welcome

Nashville Music Dash

Run, walk, or groove through Nashville's Shelby Park in this 5K, supporting music education for local kids.

  • Fun
  • Scenic
  • Competitive
  • For a Cause
Sat, May 16, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT5KNashville, TN
EasygoingRUN

Course · Rolling · Family-oriented

Music City Juneteenth Freedom Day 5K Run/Walk

Celebrate Juneteenth Freedom Day in Nashville with a 5K run/walk that supports local youth literacy, health, and wellness initiatives.

  • Festive
  • For a Cause
Fri, Jun 19, 2026, 7:30 AM CDT3.2 MilesNashville, TN
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Walkers welcome

20th Annual East Nashville Tomato 5K

Kick off Tomato Fest with a spirited 5K that welcomes everyone, benefits the community, and encourages creative, tomato-themed fun.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
  • Festive
  • For a Cause
Sat, Aug 8, 2026, 7:30 AM CDT5KNashville, TN
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Road · Rolling · Walkers welcome

NSC's Dash at the Castle 5K

Run or walk the 5K around GEODIS Park, then celebrate with a DJ and refreshments, plus get a match ticket.

  • Fun
Sat, Aug 15, 2026, 7:00 AM CDT5KNashville, TN
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Sickle Cell Warrior Walk & Run 5K

Join this inspiring 5K walk/run in Nashville to raise sickle cell awareness and connect with a supportive community.

  • Fun
  • Scenic
  • Competitive
  • Festive
  • For a Cause
Sat, Sep 19, 2026, 9:00 AM CDT3.1 MilesNashville, TN
EasygoingRUN

Course · Hilly · Walkers welcome

Run Toward the Future 5K

Run with purpose in Nashville's Run Toward the Future 5K, supporting the Oher Foundation's mission to empower underprivileged youth.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • For a Cause
Sat, Sep 26, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT3.1 MilesNashville, TN
EasygoingRUN

Course · Hilly · Walkers welcome

Nashville Predators Fangtastic 5K

Show your Preds pride in this downtown Nashville 5K, supporting the Predators Foundation and earning game tickets.

  • Fun
  • Festive
  • For a Cause
Sun, Sep 27, 2026, 7:30 AM CDT5KNASHVILLE, TN
EasygoingRUN

Course · Rolling · Walkers welcome

9th Annual Nashville, TN Ostomy 5K

Run for resilience and awareness at this cause-driven 5K, celebrating World Ostomy Day and supporting the UOAA community.

  • Fun
  • Scenic
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
  • Festive
Sat, Oct 3, 2026, 10:00 AM CDT5KNashville, TN
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Walkers welcome

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