Forrest Spence 5k
Friday, August 23, 2024
Past event
Memphis, Tennessee
6 races
5km
Event summary
Join us for the 17th Annual Forrest Spence 5K on Friday, August 23, 2024, at the beautiful Shelby Farms Park in Memphis! This exciting event is not just about running; it’s an opportunity to support families in need while enjoying a fun-filled morning with activities for everyone. The festivities kick off with a 100-yard dash for kids aged 9 and under at 9:15 AM, followed by a 1 Mile Fun Run for children 12 and under at 9:20 AM.
In addition to the races, attendees can look forward to games, bounce houses, slides, delicious food, awards, and fantastic door prizes. The Forrest Spence Fund, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, has made a meaningful impact by assisting over 120,000 families with critically or chronically ill children throughout the Mid-South. If you can’t make it in person, consider joining as a Ghost Runner or Virtual Runner, where you can participate from anywhere and still have a chance to win great prizes! Don’t miss out on this inspiring event—register today and help us run to serve!
In addition to the races, attendees can look forward to games, bounce houses, slides, delicious food, awards, and fantastic door prizes. The Forrest Spence Fund, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, has made a meaningful impact by assisting over 120,000 families with critically or chronically ill children throughout the Mid-South. If you can’t make it in person, consider joining as a Ghost Runner or Virtual Runner, where you can participate from anywhere and still have a chance to win great prizes! Don’t miss out on this inspiring event—register today and help us run to serve!
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5k Run/Walk
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5k Stroller
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1 Mile Fun Run
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Kids 100 Yard Dash INCLUDE A SHIRT
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Kids 100 Yard Dash NO SHIRT
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Organiser's description
17th Annual Forrest Spence 5K
Sponsored by Campbell Clinic OrthopaedicsThe Forrest Spence 5K returns on August 24th, 2024 for our 4th year at Shelby Farms Park.
Don’t just run, run to serve a family in need.Bring the entire family to enjoy a fun morning at Shelby Farms Park where we will offer a 100 yard dash for kids (9 & under) at 9:15 and 1 Mile Fun Run (kids 12 & under) at 9:20 am. There will be games, bounce houses, slides, food, awards, door prizes, and more.The Forrest Spence Fund is an official 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that assists with the non-medical needs of critically or chronically ill children and their families throughout the Mid-South. We have assisted over 120,000 families with a sick child.Ghost Runner / Virtual RunnerIf you are unable to join us in person, we would love to have you join us as a Ghost Runner/Virtual Runner. You can choose to have your packet mailed to you instead of having to attend a packet pickup during the registration process. All participants who post a virtual time will be entered into a drawing for 1 of 8 door prizes! Register today and join us in supporting the Forrest Spence Fund.
Sponsored by Campbell Clinic OrthopaedicsThe Forrest Spence 5K returns on August 24th, 2024 for our 4th year at Shelby Farms Park.
Don’t just run, run to serve a family in need.Bring the entire family to enjoy a fun morning at Shelby Farms Park where we will offer a 100 yard dash for kids (9 & under) at 9:15 and 1 Mile Fun Run (kids 12 & under) at 9:20 am. There will be games, bounce houses, slides, food, awards, door prizes, and more.The Forrest Spence Fund is an official 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that assists with the non-medical needs of critically or chronically ill children and their families throughout the Mid-South. We have assisted over 120,000 families with a sick child.Ghost Runner / Virtual RunnerIf you are unable to join us in person, we would love to have you join us as a Ghost Runner/Virtual Runner. You can choose to have your packet mailed to you instead of having to attend a packet pickup during the registration process. All participants who post a virtual time will be entered into a drawing for 1 of 8 door prizes! Register today and join us in supporting the Forrest Spence Fund.
Location
Memphis, Tennessee
Forrest Spence 5k
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