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2027 Great American River Run

Expected Race Date

~May 2027

Date not yet announced — this is when the race usually runs.

Location

Memphis, TN

Standout75

Quick facts

Date
around May 2027 (expected)
Location
Memphis, Tennessee
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi)
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed

Logistics

Race Day

around May 2027 (expected)

Start Time

TBA

Start Location

Memphis, TN

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Difficulty

Rolling Hills

Quality Score

Standout75
Methodology
Heritage16/20

8 years running

Size14/15

~513 finishers a year

Momentum4/5

shrinking

Loyalty20/20

26% returning runners

Course & details10/15

USATF certified · 5 timing sources

National draw8/10

runners from 23 states

Front-pack speed3/5

winner 1:17:05

Weather0/10

typical high 82°F

Frequently asked

When is the 2027 Great American River Run?

The 2027 Great American River Run hasn't announced its next date yet, but it typically takes place around May 2027 (expected).

Where does the 2027 Great American River Run take place?

It takes place in Memphis, Tennessee.

What distances does the 2027 Great American River Run offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles).

Is the 2027 Great American River Run course flat and good for a PR?

The 2027 Great American River Run is a rolling hills, loop course course.

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