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Saturday, May 29th, 2027
Downtown Memphis, Memphis TN
Half · 5K · 10K
67–83°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2026
71–85°F
rain
2025
66–80°F
dry
2024
64–85°F
dry
2023
61–84°F
dry
2022
63–86°F
dry
2021
56–65°F
dry
2020
65–80°F
dry
2019
72–87°F
dry
2018
72–81°F
rain
2017
67–83°F
dry
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About this race
Saturday, May 29, 2027
Lace Up for the Great American River Run!
Join us Saturday, May 29, 2027 of Memorial Day Weekend in the heart of Downtown Memphis for one of the city’s most scenic races along the Mississippi River. Whether you’re chasing a new PR or just soaking in the views, there’s a distance for everyone — 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon.
Enjoy music, a festive post-race celebration, and the unmatched energy of Memphis cheering you on every step of the way.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of this iconic Memorial Day tradition.
Register today and run the river!
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