Memorial Day Dash 5k-- 25th Annual!

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

Run or walk the most historic 5k in Nashville at the 25th Annual Memorial Day Dash to benefit the preservation and beautification of historic Nashville City Cemetery! Hosted by the Nashville City Cemetery Association and the Metro Historical Commission, with chip timing by the Nashville Striders, the course features some of the most historic places and scenic views in the city. Beginning at the Adventure Science Center, runners will run through Fort Negley Historic Park with beautiful views of the Nashville cityscape, then loop back around St. Cloud Hill, over the tracks, to Nashville City Cemetery, where they 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.
• Picket up: Race morning t-shirt and bib pickup open at 6:00 AM
• Start Time: Race Starts promptly at 7:30 AM
• Chip Timing: All times will be chip timed, with timing provided by the Nashville Striders

– 25th Annual Commemorative Finisher medals. T-shirt not guaranteed if registered after 5/11/2025.

🏆 Awards

• Female: 1st Place, 2nd Place, 3rd Place
• Male: 1st Place, 2nd Place, 3rd Place
• Masters: 1st Place Female Masters, 1st Place Male Masters
• Grandmasters: 1st Place Female Grandmasters, 1st Place Male Grandmasters, 1st Place Female Senior Grandmasters, 1st Place Male Senior Grandmasters

🎖️ Special Features

Plus: Age group awards, as well as prizes for the most patriotic outfit. AND: All participants receive free admission to the Adventure Science Center.

🔗 More Information

For additional information, please visit the Memorial Day Dash 5k race page.