Nashville 1/2 Marathon
Nashville's half marathon pairs a flat, fast course with the energy of Music City.
Race Date
Oct 24, 2026
Location
Nashville, TN
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, October 24, 2026
- Location
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K run
- Course
- Point to Point
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
- Finishers on record
- 20,540
Highlights
Course
The Experience
Since its first edition 18 years ago, the Nashville Half Marathon has grown into a beloved annual event, attracting over 2,200 runners. The point-to-point course winds through downtown streets, starting and finishing near First Horizon Park, with negligible elevation gain and USATF certification that makes it a PR-friendly favorite. About 14% of runners return each year, a testament to its draw.
A typical winning time of just over 72 minutes underscores the competitive field, yet the course welcomes all paces. The finish line at First Horizon Park, home of the Nashville Sounds, offers a fitting celebration in the heart of Music City. With a growing field and a reputation for smooth organization, the Nashville Half Marathon continues to be a highlight of the fall running calendar.
Race-provided description
Nashville 1/2 Marathon & 5K First Horizon Park, Junior Gilliam Way, Nashville, TN - Saturday, October 25, 2025Nashville, TNThis race has earned… - October 25, 2025
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Point to Point
Terrain
road
Scenery
Urban
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
+0.03 m
Separation
0.8%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
TN25020MS · Nashville Half Marathon 2025
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
Course Map
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Quality Score
Standout7318 years running
~2,161 finishers a year
growing or steady
14% returning runners
USATF certified · 8 photos
runners from 1 state
winner 1:12:45
typical high 72°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
51°
Afternoon (High)
72°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
10 mph
Wind
64%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 20,540 finishers actually crossed the line across 18 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
20,540
Median time
2:08:42
Latest turnout
2,192
States
51
Turnout by year
2016–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
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Frequently asked
When is the Nashville 1/2 Marathon?
The Nashville 1/2 Marathon is held on Saturday, October 24, 2026.
Where does the Nashville 1/2 Marathon take place?
It takes place in Nashville, Tennessee.
What distances does the Nashville 1/2 Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K run.
Is the Nashville 1/2 Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Nashville 1/2 Marathon is a ultra-flat, point to point course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.
How many people run the Nashville 1/2 Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 20,540 runners who have completed the Nashville 1/2 Marathon.
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