When
Saturday, August 29th, 2026
Where
Shelby Farms Park, Memphis TN
Distances
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About this race
19th Annual Forrest Spence 5K
Event Details
- Date: August 29th, 2026
- Location: Shelby Farms Park, Memphis, TN
- Website: Forrest Spence 5K Registration
- Purpose: Run to serve a family in need
Family Fun Activities
- Kids' Dash: 100 yard dash for children 8 & under at 9:15 am
- Fun Run: 1 Mile Fun Run for kids 12 & under at 9:20 am
- Entertainment: Games, bounce houses, slides, and food
- Awards: Prizes will be awarded
About the Forrest Spence Fund
- Mission: Assist with non-medical needs of critically or chronically ill children and families
- Impact: Helped over 143,000 families in the Mid-South
- Status: Official 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
- Community Support: Your participation supports local families
Ghost Runner / Virtual Runner
- Participation: Join as a Ghost Runner/Virtual Runner if unable to attend in person
- Packet Mailing: Choose to have your packet mailed to you
- Virtual Time: Post a virtual time to be entered into a prize drawing
- Support: Help support the Forrest Spence Fund
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