Heatwave Half Marathon - Nashville
Nashville's Heatwave Half Marathon offers a hot summer challenge with cool rewards.
Race Date
Jul 25, 2026
Location
Hendersonville, TN
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, July 25, 2026
- Location
- Hendersonville, Tennessee
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 50m, 1 Miles, 5K, 10K, 13.1 Miles, Volunteer Then Run, Virtual Race
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 144
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Heatwave Half Marathon in Hendersonville, TN, embraces the summer sun with a challenging yet rewarding race day. This event, now in its 5th year, has become a steady fixture for runners seeking a warm-weather test.
The course is a fast, flat loop designed for speed, making it an attractive option for those chasing personal bests. Runners can expect a straightforward path through the local landscape, with the primary challenge being the typical July heat and humidity.
Participants receive a designer tank top and a custom medal, with the added bonus of free ice cream at the finish line to combat the heat. The event also offers 5K and 10K distances, making it a family-friendly affair. Chip-timing with live results ensures accurate tracking for all participants.
Race-provided description
Join us for the Heatwave Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K! A sun-soaked summer challenge that’s perfect for the whole family. The fun includes – Great Swag – designer shirt & custom medalChip-timing with live results and awardsFree photosFREE ice cream at the finish to help you cool offPlenty of hot fun in the summer sun!
Grab your friends and family—you won’t want to miss this one! Can’t make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag! Youth-based pricing is available: ages 12 & under are only $17! Half Marathon/10K/5K registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! Kid’s Dash is a fun, untimed dash for ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specially crafted medal for our youngest runners! (If your child wants to run the kid’s dash without swag, they’re welcome to run free on race day!) Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, July 25, 2026
Start Time
7:00 AM
Giveaway
Tank Top
Start Location
Veterans Park, Hendersonville, TN, 37075
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
Quality Score
1 year running
~149 finishers a year
growing or steady
0% returning runners
3 timing sources · 7 photos
runners from 13 states
winner 1:26:59
typical high 90°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
73°
Afternoon (High)
90°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.2"
Precipitation
7 mph
Wind
79%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 144 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
144
Median time
2:08:43
Latest turnout
144
States
12
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Heatwave Half Marathon - Nashville?
The Heatwave Half Marathon - Nashville was held on Saturday, July 25, 2026, starting at 7:00 AM.
Where does the Heatwave Half Marathon - Nashville take place?
It takes place in Hendersonville, Tennessee.
What distances does the Heatwave Half Marathon - Nashville offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 50m, 1 Miles, 5K, 10K, 13.1 Miles, Volunteer Then Run, Virtual Race.
Is the Heatwave Half Marathon - Nashville course flat and good for a PR?
The Heatwave Half Marathon - Nashville is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Heatwave Half Marathon - Nashville?
HalfRuns has finish records for 144 runners who have completed the Heatwave Half Marathon - Nashville.
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