The St. Jude Rock ’n’ Roll Running Series Nashville has earned national recognition, with RUN (Powered by Outside) naming its half-marathon one of the Top 10 in the United States. The honor underscores the event’s high-energy course, live music stages, and strong community participation that define race weekend in Music City.
Race weekend, set for April 25–26, 2026, features a full slate of distances, including the marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K, along with a 1 Mile, KiDSROCK, and Doggie Dash. The nationally recognized half-marathon draws participants from across the country, while the other distances provide accessible entry points for corporate teams, student groups, and community organizations looking to train and compete together.
The race celebrated 25 years of running in Nashville last April, a milestone that reflects its longevity, steady growth, and lasting impact on the city’s running community. With continued national recognition and a team-focused initiative built to bring more fun to the run, the event continues to strengthen its reputation as one of the country’s premier distance running experiences…