800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville TN
Monday, May 26th, 2025
🏃♂️ Race Overview
Run or walk the most historic 5k in Nashville with the 25th annual Memorial Day Dash! Hosted by the Nashville City Cemetery Association and the Metro Historical Commission, the course features some of the most historic places and scenic views in the city. Beginning at the Adventure Science Center, the course runs through Fort Negley Historic Park with beautiful views of the Nashville cityscape, then loops back around St. Cloud Hill to the Nashville City Cemetery where runners will wind their way past some of the most historic names in Nashville. Be sure to wear your most patriotic-themed costumes to win prizes at the end. There is no better way to kick off summer than with the Memorial Day Dash, a Nashville tradition! Proceeds benefit the Nashville City Cemetery Association's preservation efforts and educational outreach.
🗓️ Race Details
- Location: Start / Finish in front of Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd.
- Packet Pickup: Race morning packet pickup opens at 6:00 AM.
- Race Start: Race Starts promptly at 7:30 AM.
- Timing: All times will be chip timed: Finisher medals.
- T-shirt: T-shirt not guaranteed if registered after 5/11/2025.
🏆 Awards
- Female Awards: 1st Place, 2nd Place, 3rd Place.
- Male Awards: 1st Place, 2nd Place, 3rd Place.
- Masters Awards: 1st Place Female Masters, 1st Place Male Masters.
- Grandmasters Awards: 1st Place Female Grandmasters, 1st Place Male Grandmasters.
🎖️ Additional Prizes
Plus: Age group awards & prizes for most patriotic outfit.
⏱️ Race Management
Race Management and Timing by the Nashville Striders.
🔗 More Information
For more details, visit the race page: Memorial Day Dash 5k.
Starting Line Map
Suggested Races
