Half and Half Marathon, 5K and 10K, + Ruck

Event Overview

Join us for the 4th annual coffee themed Half and Half Marathon, 10k, 5K and 10k & 5k Ruck. The race will begin at Mt. Juliet High School and wind through the greenway, Charlie Daniel’s Park, local neighborhoods, finishing back at the high school. All ages and skill levels are welcome -- both runners and walkers are welcome.

Charity Details

• Beneficiary: Proceeds from this race directly benefit Rest Stop Ministries.
• Mission: This organization’s mission is to comprehensively restore survivors and stop the oppression of human trafficking.
• Financial Support: All expenses for the survivors are covered through donations and grants, so there is an ongoing need for financial support.
• Donation Link: Please click the DONATION link to find out more about this awesome non-profit.

Participant Perks

• Finisher Medals: All participants will receive a custom Half and Half Marathon, 5K, 10K (tbd) and a customized finishing medal.
• Age Groups: 5k, 10k, Half Marathon Age Groups (Male/Female) are 18 & under, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50+.
• Awards: Overall 1st, 2nd, 3rd place Male/Female awards will be given.
• Ruck Awards: Overall 1st place Male/Female for 5k Ruck & 10k Ruck will be awarded.

Race Timing

This race will have a mass start and will be chip timed.

Rucking Division

• Concept: We’re excited to offer a Rucking Division for this race, which involves walking or hiking with a weighted pack.
• Weight Requirements: Over 150lb: 20lb dry weight: Under 150lb: 10lb dry weight.
• Weigh-ins: Will occur 45 minutes before the race starts—no weigh-in, no finishers medal.
• Honor System: Participants may not remove or reduce the weight during the event and may face random checks.

Course Maps

• Half Marathon: Map (2 loops)
• 10K: Map (Run and Ruck)
• 5K: Map (Run and Ruck)

Packet Pick-Up Details

• Date: Friday, November 13th, Time: TBD.
• Location: AT Billy Goat Coffee Cafe, 3690 N Mt Juliet Rd #100, Mt. Juliet, TN 37122.
• Race Day: Saturday, November 14th from 7:30am-8:30am.

Race Schedule

• Packet Pick-Up: 7:30 am - 8:30 am.
• Race Start: 9:00 am - Half Marathon, 10k, 5k start.
• Check-in: You may pick up friends' and family’s packets with their registration QR code.

Distance Change Policies

If you wish to change your race distance, please reach out to the race director prior to race day or during packet pick up. If you would like to defer to a shorter distance, no refund will be given for the difference in price. If you would like to upgrade distance, you will be required to pay the current rate excess your original payment.

Aid Stations

10K (Run and Ruck), 5K (Run and Ruck) - Every 2 miles. Half Marathon - Every 2 miles. Stations will be stocked with “Gu”s, BCAAs, Water, and fruit.

Bathroom Facilities

Bathroom facilities located near the fields at Mount Juliet High School and in Charlie Daniel’s Park.

Post-Race Amenities

After the Finish Line: Billy Goat Coffee Cafe - Visit the beverage and grazing table provided by Cooking Around Town and coffee compliments of Billy Goat Coffee Café.