Nashville Half Marathon
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Nashville Half Marathon & 5K : Event overview
The event on October 25, 2025 in Nashville, TN features two distances:
- Half Marathon
- 5K
Both races start and finish at First Horizon Park. The published course routes for 2025 are pending final approval and may be changed by city agencies or police direction.
Logistics and race details
Registration fees are non-refundable. Registrations may be transferred to another distance for a $10 transfer fee plus any difference in price when moving to a longer distance. Fundraising entries are available: a half marathon fundraising option requires a $700 minimum and the 5K option requires a $450 minimum by October 17, 2025.
Packet pick-up includes a pre-race packet pick-up on Friday, October 24 at Sounds Stadium and race day packet services at First Horizon Park. Time limits are listed as 4 hours for the half marathon and 1 hour for the 5K. The half marathon has a course cutoff at mile 8.3; participants who miss the cutoff may be rerouted. Pacers will be provided for the half marathon with target finish groups including 1:30, 2:00, 2:15, 2:30, 2:45, 3:00, 3:30, and 4:00.
Aid stations provide water, electrolyte drinks, and energy gels at multiple mile points; restrooms and first aid are located at the start/finish and along the course. Free parking is listed for several lots; Lot 12 is ADA only and Lot 14 is for volunteers and staff. Awards are given by overall and age categories and must be picked up at the timing/information area. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.