Achilles Nashville 13th Annual Hope & Possibility® Race 2026

Race Overview

Achilles Nashville 13th Annual Hope & Possibility® Race
Join us as we come together to celebrate hope! With hope anything is possible!

About Hope & Possibility

• Founded: Hope & Possibility® was founded in 2003 by Trisha Meili, author of I Am the Central Park Jogger, A Story of Hope and Possibility.
• Inclusivity: The race welcomes athletes of all abilities, from elite runners to walkers to wheelers.
• Belief: Founded on the belief that sports competitions unite people of all abilities, all colors, and all backgrounds.
• Participation: Athletes with disabilities can walk, run, or roll to promote personal achievement, healthy living, and active lifestyles.

Achilles Nashville Highlights

• Empowerment: Since 2012, Achilles Nashville has empowered over 300 athletes with disabilities to participate in mainstream running events.
• Celebration: We celebrate and honor those who have overcome enormous challenges.
• Future: Continuing the work towards a more inclusive tomorrow.
• Involvement: Join us as we make strides for inclusivity in the running community.

Race Options

In-Person & Virtual 1-Miler or 5-Miler:

• In-Person: For local participants, run with Achilles Nashville on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at Richland Park Greenway.
• Virtual: Participate anytime from Friday, September 4, to Sunday, September 6.
• Accessibility: No need to submit time for the 5-miler virtual run.
• Event Location: The race will start and finish at the trailhead on the Richland Creek Greenway (5100 Wyoming Ave, Nashville, TN 37209).

Schedule of Events

• 6:45 AM: Tribute to Nashville's First Responders, National Anthem by Jennifer Schott, announcements.
• 7:00 AM: HANDCYCLE & RACING CHAIR (front) PUSHRIM WHEELCHAIR (after handcycles) start.
• 7:02 AM: 5-miler start.
• 7:05 AM: 1-miler start: wheeled athletes in front.

Packet Pick-up Information

• Wednesday, September 2: McCabe Community Center (101 46th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37209) 4:00 pm-7:00 pm.
• Friday, September 4: McCabe Community Center (101 46th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37209) 3:00 pm-6:00 pm.
• T-shirt Size: Register before August 1st to guarantee your t-shirt size.
• Contact: For questions, please contact Amy Harris at achillesnashville@gmail.com.

More Information

For more details, visit the race page: Achilles Nashville Annual Hope & Possibility Race.