Forrest Spence 5K
Memphis, TN
Sat, Aug 29, 2026
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Saturday, August 29th, 2026
Shelby Farms Park, Memphis TN
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71–88°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
61–86°F
dry
2024
75–97°F
dry
2023
70–87°F
dry
2022
75–87°F
rain
2021
77–92°F
rain
2020
75–90°F
dry
2019
63–87°F
dry
2018
75–87°F
rain
2017
67–87°F
dry
2016
77–92°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Aug 29
Cloudy · 59–91°F
Saturday, Aug 29starts near 59°F · 11% chance of rain · wind up to 10 mph
About this race
19th Annual Forrest Spence 5K
Event Overview
- Date: August 29th, 2026
- Location: Shelby Farms Park, Memphis, TN
- Purpose: Run to serve a family in need
- Registration: Sign up here
Family Activities
- Kid's Dash: 100 yard dash for kids (8 & under) at 9:15 am
- Fun Run: 1 Mile Fun Run for kids (12 & under) at 9:20 am
- Additional Activities: Games, bounce houses, slides, and food
- Awards: Prizes for participants
About the Forrest Spence Fund
- Misson: To assist with the non-medical needs of critically or chronically ill children and their families
- Impact: Over 143,000 families supported with a sick child
- Nonprofit Status: Official 501(c)3 organization
- Community Focus: Serving the Mid-South region
Ghost Runner / Virtual Runner
- Participation: Join us as a Ghost Runner/Virtual Runner
- Packet Delivery: Choose to have your packet mailed
- Registration: Register today to support the Forrest Spence Fund
- Flexibility: Participate from anywhere
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