2026 Ashland City Half Marathon

The 2026 Ashland City Half Marathon will take place on Saturday, March 7, 2026, starting and finishing at Riverbluff Park in Ashland City, Tennessee. The event features a fast, flat, USATF-certified road course, offering runners a challenging yet rewarding experience along the Cumberland River. The weather in Ashland City on this date is expected to be mild, with temperatures ranging from 45°F to 55°F and mostly sunny conditions, providing ideal running conditions. Participants can look forward to a well-organized race with a focus on speed, accuracy, and community, including a post-race celebration, awards, and the opportunity to compete for course records.

What is the 2026 Ashland City Half Marathon?

• →A road event that is USATF-certified, fast, and flat, with a course designed for competitive runners.
• →The event is held in Ashland City, Tennessee, with the start and finish at Riverbluff Park, located next to the Cumberland River.
• →The course was redesigned and re-certified in 2022 due to construction on Tennessee Waltz Parkway, following the same route used since then.
• →The course is eligible for Tennessee single-age state records and has a time limit of 3 hours, requiring participants to maintain a pace of 13:44 per mile or faster.

What is the race date and time?

• →The event takes place on Saturday, March 7, 2026.
• →The race start time is 7:30 AM.
• →Registration and packet pick-up open at 5:45 AM and close at 7:15 AM on race day.

What is the course like?

• →The course is a fast, flat, USATF-certified road course with a certification number TN22002MS.
• →The route is known for its speed and has been used since 2022 following a redesign due to construction on Tennessee Waltz Parkway.
• →The course is suitable for setting state records and is accessible to all runners.

Where can I find the course map?

• →The course map and route can be viewed at the following link: Visit Website ↗.

How much does registration cost?

• →Early bird registration: $60 (until December 31, 2025)
• →Regular registration: $70 (until January 31, 2026)
• →Final registration: $80 (after January 31, 2026)

When is registration open?

• →Online registration is open until 7:00 AM on race day.
• →In-person registration is available from 5:45 AM to 7:15 AM on race morning.

What is included with registration?

• →All participants receive a Next Level race T-shirt.
• →Additional swag is TBD.
• →All finishers receive a finisher medal.
• →Registration includes access to the race and all on-course amenities.

What are the policies for packet pick-up?

• →Packet pick-up is available on Friday, March 6, at Nashville Running Company, located at 820 Woodland St, Nashville, TN 37206, from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
• →Race morning packet pick-up is available at Riverbluff Park, Ashland City, from 5:45 AM to 7:15 AM.

Are there any restrictions on registration?

• →No refunds are available for registration.
• →Bib transfers are allowed until 5:00 PM on Wednesday, March 4, 2026.

What is the race day schedule?

• →5:45 AM: In-person registration and packet pick-up open.
• →7:15 AM: Registration and pick-up close.
• →7:30 AM: Race start.
• →10:30 AM: Post-race celebration begins (venue to be determined).
• →11:00 AM: Awards ceremony.

What is the race day parking like?

• →Free parking is available in the lot directly across from the Athlete Registration and Finish Line at Riverbluff Park.

What aid stations and fluids are available?

• →Crewed aid stations with water and Gatorade are located at miles 3.3, 4.4, 7.3, 9.3, and 11.5.
• →No gels are provided, so participants are advised to bring their own if needed.
• →Each aid station has direct access to emergency medical services (EMS).
• →A "trail vehicle" (Gator cart) is available for medical transport.

What is the elite athlete information?

• →Runners with times of sub-1:09:30 (men) or sub-1:17:30 (women) should contact Dave Milner at dave@nashvilletrackclub.org.
• →Runners with times of sub-1:07:00 (men) or sub-1:15:00 (women), or equivalent at 10K/marathon, are eligible for a waived entry fee.
• →Runners with times between 1:07:00–1:09:30 (men) or 1:15:00–1:17:30 (women) receive a 50% entry fee discount.

How are results timed and shared?

• →Timing and results are provided by the Nashville Track Club.
• →Results are available immediately after the race and will be emailed to participants individually.

What awards and prize money are available?

• →Overall Male and Female: 1st place $300, 2nd place $200, 3rd place $100; $250 bonus for breaking the course record (Men: 1:03:52, Women: 1:12:51).
• →Masters (40+): 1st place $100.
• →Age Group Winners (M/F): $50 gift card.
• →Prize money is mailed within 14 days upon receipt of a signed W-9 via email.

What is the post-race celebration like?

• →The awards ceremony will be held at a venue to be determined.
• →The celebration begins at 10:30 AM, with the awards ceremony starting at 11:00 AM.
• →All registered participants receive one complimentary drink ticket, which requires a bib for entry.
• →Friends and family are welcome, but drink tickets are limited to participants and volunteers.

What are the all-time course records?

• →Male Overall: Mark Parrish (CO) – 1:03:52 (2021)
• →Female Overall: Kaylee Flanagan (CO) – 1:12:51 (2022)
• →M40 Masters: Brent Ferrell (TN) – 1:09:46 (2021)
• →F40 Masters: Gina Rouse (TN) – 1:18:16 (2022)