Centerstone's 2nd Annual Life;Story 5k/10k Run/Walk/Ruck for Veteran/Military Suicide Prevention - Tennessee

Saturday, September 12, 2026 Past event

7:15 AM CDT

Clarksville, Tennessee

$48.70–$54.00 · 6 races

5km, 10km

Event summary

Join us for Centerstone's 2nd Annual Life;Story 5K/10K Run/Walk/Ruck on Saturday, September 12, 2026, in Clarksville, Montgomery, Tennessee! This inspiring event is dedicated to raising awareness for veteran and military suicide prevention while bringing together communities for a day filled with hope, healing, and connection.

Whether you're a seasoned runner, a family with strollers, or a dog lover, there's a place for everyone at Life;Story. The race takes place just miles from Fort Campbell, home of the esteemed 101st Airborne Division, making it a poignant occasion to honor our brave service members and their families. Participants will enjoy a vibrant atmosphere complete with community vendors, mental health resources, free giveaways, and the chance to snag an event T-shirt and finisher medal. Plus, a curated Spotify playlist will keep spirits high throughout the day!

By taking part in Life;Story, you're not just running or walking; you're actively contributing to essential mental health and addiction services for those in need, especially military personnel and their loved ones. Don't forget to grab your $5 discount if you're a first responder or military veteran using the respective promo codes! Together, let's show that every

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Races

5k Run/Walk

Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

Registration includes the official 2026 Life;Story race shirt, finisher's medal, chip-timed race bib, and professionally managed racecourse. *You must be at least 5 years of age on race day to register for the 5K distance. Youth ages 5-17 who wish to participate in the 5K will receive an automatic discounted price of $25.00.

7:30 AM CDT

$48.70

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10k Run/Walk

Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt

Registration includes the official 2026 Life;Story race shirt, finisher's medal, chip-timed race bib, and professionally managed racecourse. *You must be at least 13 years of age on race day to register for the 10K distance. Youth ages 13-17 who wish to participate in the 10K will receive an automatic discounted price of $25.00.

7:15 AM CDT

$54.00

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5k Ruck

Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

Registration includes the official 2026 Life;Story race shirt, finisher's medal, chip-timed race bib, and professionally managed racecourse. *You must be at least 10 years of age on race day to register for the 5K ruck distance. Youth ages 10-17 who wish to participate in the 5K ruck will receive an automatic discounted price of $25.00. The ruck event DOES NOT have a weight requirement. It is an honor system. However, we suggest a minimum of 10 lbs.

7:30 AM CDT

$48.70

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10k Ruck

Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt

Registration includes the official 2026 Life;Story race shirt, finisher's medal, chip-timed race bib, and professionally managed racecourse. *You must be at least 13 years of age on race day to register for the 10K ruck distance. Youth ages 13-17 who wish to participate in the 10K ruck will receive an automatic discounted price of $25.00. The ruck event DOES NOT have a weight requirement. It is an honor system. However, we suggest a minimum of 10 lbs.

7:15 AM CDT

$54.00

Entries closed
Virtual 5k
Virtual

Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

Run or walk 3.1 miles anytime on September 12, 2026, anywhere! Your Life;Story Virtual 5K registration includes the official 2026 Life;Story race shirt, finisher's medal and souvenir race bib. Virtual race packets for those registered before Aug. 17 will be shipped prior to the event. Any registrations after Aug. 16 will be shipped after the event. Shipping is excluded from the registration price. Virtual participants are encouraged to record their run or walk and upload their time, but it is not required. Virtual participants are not eligible for Overall or Age Group Race Awards.

7:15 AM CDT

$48.70

Entries closed
Virtual 10k
Virtual

Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

Run or walk 6.2 miles anytime on September 12, 2026, anywhere! Your Life;Story Virtual 5K registration includes the official 2026 Life;Story race shirt, finisher's medal and souvenir race bib. Virtual race packets for those registered before Aug. 17 will be shipped prior to the event. Any registrations after Aug. 16 will be shipped after the event. Shipping is excluded from the registration price. Virtual participants are encouraged to record their run or walk and upload their time, but it is not required. Virtual participants are not eligible for Overall or Age Group Race Awards.

7:15 AM CDT

$48.70

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Organiser's description

Life;Story is Centerstones national walk/run for suicide prevention, bringing communities together across Illinois, Tennessee, and Florida for a day of hope, healing, and connection. Participants of all ages and abilities are welcome, from families with strollers and kids in the youth races to runners with dogs and virtual supporters joining from afar.

In Tennessee, the event takes on an additional focus: the start and finish lines sit just miles from the gates of Fort Campbell, home to the decorated 101st Airborne Division, the 5th Special Forces Group, and the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment. Here, Life;Story also serves to honor the brave service members, veterans, and military families who have carried the invisible wounds of warreminding them they are seen, valued, and never alone.

The semicolon in Life;Story symbolizes a pausenot an endingand reflects the belief that every persons story has more ahead. That spirit is felt throughout race day with a welcoming, supportive atmosphere filled with community vendors, mental health and militaryspecific resources, free giveaways, and crowdfavorite perks like an event Tshirt, finisher medal, and access to our curated Spotify playlist.

Proceeds from Life;Story in Tennessee help provide critical mental health and addiction services for individuals with limited or no resourcesincluding dedicated support for military service members, veterans, and their families. By participating, youre helping save lives, strengthening your community, and reminding others that their story mattersand that its far from over.

A $5 discount is available to 1st Responders using promo code, 1STRESPONDER5, and to Military/Veterans using promo code MILITARY5.