29th Annual Tom King Classic Half Marathon and 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sat 2nd March 2024
- Location Nashville, Tennessee
- Price $69.90 - $112.30
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Join us for the 29th Annual Tom King Classic Half Marathon and 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, March 2, 2024, in the vibrant city of Nashville, Davidson! This exciting event kicks off at the picturesque Cornelia Fort Airpark, where participants will enjoy scenic and certified flat courses. Runners tackling the Half Marathon will journey through the beautiful Shelby Park, experiencing the stunning sights along the Cumberland River before returning via Davidson Street and the paved Shelby Bottoms Greenways. Meanwhile, the 5K Run/Walk offers a perfect opportunity for all fitness levels to get involved in the fun.
With a combined limit of 800 participants, this beloved race promises an energetic atmosphere filled with community spirit. Be sure to register by February 18, 2024, to guarantee your long sleeve tech shirt for the Half Marathon or cotton blend shirt for the 5K. Celebrate your achievement with post-race food and awards, and don’t forget that finisher medals await Half Marathoners! Early packet pickup is available on March 1, and race day will feature convenient same-day registration. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-time participant, the Tom King Classic is the perfect way to kick off spring in Nashville!
With a combined limit of 800 participants, this beloved race promises an energetic atmosphere filled with community spirit. Be sure to register by February 18, 2024, to guarantee your long sleeve tech shirt for the Half Marathon or cotton blend shirt for the 5K. Celebrate your achievement with post-race food and awards, and don’t forget that finisher medals await Half Marathoners! Early packet pickup is available on March 1, and race day will feature convenient same-day registration. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-time participant, the Tom King Classic is the perfect way to kick off spring in Nashville!
Organiser's Description
Now in our 29th year, please join us for our 2024 Tom King Classic! Event features a Half Marathon and 5K Run/Walk, start and finish at CORNELIA FORT AIRPARK [https://tinyurl.com/2p8j55es] Each race is out and back over certified and flat courses with the Half Marathon route taking runners thru Shelby Park to downtown Cumberland River east bank and back via Davidson Street and the paved Shelby Bottoms Greenways. Routes below-
TOM KING CLASSIC 5K [https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=r&id=935]
TOM KING CLASSIC HALF MARATHON [https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=m&id=2432]
Celebrate your accomplishment with post race food and awards! Please note: Due to parking limitations, the Half Marathon and 5K field combined is limited to 800 participants. Guaranteed shirts for registrations by 2-18-24. Long sleeve tech shirts for half, long sleeve cotton blend for 5K. Finisher medals for Half Marathon participants. No pets allowed due to liability.
We will follow Metropolitan Nashville/Davidson County CoVid policies. This may warrant staggered starts and smaller groups. CoVid guidelines may force further limiting the field. Social distancing in the start/finish area should be maintained. Hydration will be available in the start/finish area and on the half marathon course. Course hydration subject to change per Metro Health guidelines.
Early packet pickup will be Friday afternoon 3/1 from 3 pm - 6 pm at Shelby Park Community Center, 401 South 20th Street Nashville, TN 37206. Community Center Location [https://tinyurl.com/mrxt2s9j] Race morning packet pickup beginning at 6:00 AM at Cornelia Fort. Please bring photo ID when picking up your race packet. Same day race registration will be available until 7:45 AM.
RACE MORNING-
8:00 AM - Start Half Marathon / 8:15 AM - Start 5K Run / Walk
5K course closes at 9:15 AM
Half Marathon course closes at 11:30 AM
Parking is free both Friday afternoon at the community center and race morning in Cornelia Fort Airpark grass lots and adjacent streets. Due to limited parking, we STRONGLY encourage carpooling or ride shares.
Half Marathon and 5K distances are part of the Nashville Striders 2024 Grand Prix Race Series.
TOM KING CLASSIC 5K [https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=r&id=935]
TOM KING CLASSIC HALF MARATHON [https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=m&id=2432]
Celebrate your accomplishment with post race food and awards! Please note: Due to parking limitations, the Half Marathon and 5K field combined is limited to 800 participants. Guaranteed shirts for registrations by 2-18-24. Long sleeve tech shirts for half, long sleeve cotton blend for 5K. Finisher medals for Half Marathon participants. No pets allowed due to liability.
We will follow Metropolitan Nashville/Davidson County CoVid policies. This may warrant staggered starts and smaller groups. CoVid guidelines may force further limiting the field. Social distancing in the start/finish area should be maintained. Hydration will be available in the start/finish area and on the half marathon course. Course hydration subject to change per Metro Health guidelines.
Early packet pickup will be Friday afternoon 3/1 from 3 pm - 6 pm at Shelby Park Community Center, 401 South 20th Street Nashville, TN 37206. Community Center Location [https://tinyurl.com/mrxt2s9j] Race morning packet pickup beginning at 6:00 AM at Cornelia Fort. Please bring photo ID when picking up your race packet. Same day race registration will be available until 7:45 AM.
RACE MORNING-
8:00 AM - Start Half Marathon / 8:15 AM - Start 5K Run / Walk
5K course closes at 9:15 AM
Half Marathon course closes at 11:30 AM
Parking is free both Friday afternoon at the community center and race morning in Cornelia Fort Airpark grass lots and adjacent streets. Due to limited parking, we STRONGLY encourage carpooling or ride shares.
Half Marathon and 5K distances are part of the Nashville Striders 2024 Grand Prix Race Series.
Races
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Tom King Classic Half Marathon
Incl. $7.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 2nd March 2024
$112.30
CLOSEDHalf Marathon race starts promptly at 8:00 AM at common start/finish line, Cornelia Fort Airpark. Event shirts guaranteed to runners registered by February 18. Medals for all Half Marathon finishers. Awards presented in following categories: Top 3 Overall Male / Female Top 3 Masters Male / Female Top 3 Grandmasters Male / Female Age Group Awards: Top Male / Female in categories 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, up thru 80+ in 5 year increments. Post-race refreshments 5K Awards ceremony at 9:15 AM (estimated) Half Marathon Awards ceremony at 10:30 AM (estimated) No pets, no strollers. -
Tom King Classic 5K
Incl. $4.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 2nd March 2024
$69.90
CLOSED5K race starts promptly at 8:15 AM at common start/finish line, Cornelia Fort Airpark. Event shirts guaranteed to runners registered by February 18. . Awards presented in following categories: Top 3 Overall Male / Female Top 3 Masters Male / Female Top 3 Grandmasters Male / Female Age Group Awards: Top Male / Female in categories 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, up thru 80+ in 5 year increments. Post-race refreshments 5K Awards ceremony at 9:15 AM (estimated) Half Marathon Awards ceremony at 10:30 AM (estimated) No pets, no strollers.
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