30th Annual Tom King Classic Half Marathon and 5k Run/Walk

Saturday, March 1, 2025 Past event

8:00 AM CST

Nashville, Tennessee

$64.60–$101.70 · 2 races

5km, Half Marathon

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 30th Annual Tom King Classic Half Marathon and 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, March 1, 2025, in the vibrant city of Nashville, Davidson. This exciting event celebrates three decades of community spirit and athletic achievement, featuring a scenic Half Marathon and a fun 5K Run/Walk. Both races start and finish at the picturesque Cornelia Fort Airpark, taking participants on a certified, fast, and flat course that winds through the beautiful Shelby Park and along the Cumberland River.

With a limited field of just 600 participants, this is an incredible opportunity to challenge yourself while enjoying the camaraderie of fellow runners. Don't miss out on the chance to earn a finisher medal for the Half Marathon and a stylish long sleeve tech shirt for early registrants. Post-race festivities include delicious food and awards to celebrate your achievements. Mark your calendars for this exhilarating day of fitness and community on March 1st, and ensure you arrive early to enjoy free parking and support local health guidelines!

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Tom King Classic Half Marathon

Incl. $6.70 Fee & T-Shirt

Half Marathon race starts promptly at 8:00 AM at common start/finish line, Cornelia Fort Airpark. Event shirts guaranteed to runners registered by February 16. 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.

8:00 AM CST

$101.70

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Tom King Classic 5k

Incl. $4.60 Fee & T-Shirt

5K race starts promptly at 8:15 AM at common start/finish line, Cornelia Fort Airpark. Event shirts guaranteed to runners registered by February 16. . 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.

8:15 AM CST

$64.60

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Organiser's description

Celebrating our 30th anniversary, please join us for the 2025 Tom King Classic! Event features a Half Marathon Run and 5K Run/Walk, start and finish at CORNELIA FORT AIRPARK https://tinyurl.com/2p8j55es Each race is out and back over certified, fast, 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 600 participants. Guaranteed shirts for registrations by 2-16-25. 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 2/28 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 2025 Grand Prix Race Series.