What distances are available for the 2026 Great American River Run?

• →5K: Open to all experience levels, including walkers
• →10K: Intermediate distance road race
• →Half Marathon: 13.1-mile long-distance course

What is the race day schedule?

• →Gear Check: Opens at 5:30 AM at AutoZone Park
• →Race Start Time: 7:00 AM
• →Start and Finish Line: Located in Downtown Memphis

What prizes and awards are offered for each category?

• →5K: 1st place receives $500 cash; all finishers receive a soft-style race shirt and a 5K medal
• →10K: 1st place receives $500 cash; all finishers receive a soft-style race shirt and a 10K medal
• →Half Marathon: Cash prizes for top finishers (1st: $1,250, 2nd: $750, 3rd: $500, 4th: $250, 5th: $100); all finishers receive a soft-style 13.1 race shirt and a 13.1 medal

What is included in the post-race celebration?

• →All participants across all distance categories are invited to a post-race party featuring:
• →Sliders
• →Cupcakes
• →Beer

When and where is the Pre-Race Expo held?

• →Location: Renasant Convention Center, 255 N Main St, Memphis
• →Date: Friday, May 22, 2026
• →Expo Hours: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM