Big River Crossing Race
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Event details and format
The Peer Power Big River Crossing Race takes place on November 15, 2025, at Martyrs Park, Channel 3 Drive, Memphis, TN. The event is the 9th annual running and walking event and reported 1,216 participants. Distances offered include:
- Half Marathon
- 10K
- 5K
- 1 Mile Family Fun Walk
The Half Marathon and 10K routes include a crossing of the Mississippi River’s longest public pedestrian bridge. The Half Marathon course on the Arkansas side is described as newly fully paved.
Fundraising, beneficiaries and race features
The event is a fundraiser for the Peer Power Foundation. The event page lists funds raised and a goal: $2,968.76 raised toward a $30,000 goal. Entry fees support Peer Power’s student-to-student tutoring and mentoring programs in Memphis schools.
Participant benefits and race amenities listed include medals for all participants and a dry tech long-sleeve race shirt for runners. The course description notes views of Downtown Memphis and the Arkansas floodplains. The Peer Power Foundation summary states program outcomes such as an average ACT score increase of 3.2 points from its ACT Prep program, increased scholarship opportunities, and that Success Coaches (University of Memphis students) receive college credit and pay; the program reports an 84% college graduation rate among those coaches. Title sponsorship is listed as Regions Bank. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.