Music City Run for Dyslexia
- Date Sat 19th September 2026 - Sat 3rd October 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Nashville, Tennessee
- Price $22.20 - $54.00
- Races 6 races
- Distances 10km, 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the uplifting 4th Annual Music City Run for Dyslexia, taking place on Saturday, September 26, 2026, in the vibrant city of Nashville, Davidson. This inspiring event encourages participants to go the extra mile for children impacted by dyslexia, with a focus on raising awareness and funds for those in need. Choose between a scenic 5K run/walk or a challenging 10K course that winds along the picturesque Cumberland River and through the lush Shelby Bottoms greenway, renowned for its natural beauty.
For families and younger participants, the event also features a 1-Mile Dyslexia Dash, ensuring that everyone can join in on the fun, regardless of age or ability. By participating, you contribute to a noble cause—net proceeds from the event will provide free intervention tutoring for students with dyslexia, helping them reach their full potential. Don't miss out on this opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a day of community, camaraderie, and wellness. Come run, walk, or cheer from the sidelines and find your people at the Music City Run for Dyslexia!
For families and younger participants, the event also features a 1-Mile Dyslexia Dash, ensuring that everyone can join in on the fun, regardless of age or ability. By participating, you contribute to a noble cause—net proceeds from the event will provide free intervention tutoring for students with dyslexia, helping them reach their full potential. Don't miss out on this opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a day of community, camaraderie, and wellness. Come run, walk, or cheer from the sidelines and find your people at the Music City Run for Dyslexia!
Organiser's Description
1-IN-5 KIDS ARE IMPACTED BY DYSLEXIA.
GO THE EXTRA MILE TO HELP OUR CHILDREN READ ON SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 26TH AT THE 4TH ANNUAL MUSIC CITY RUN FOR DYSLEXIA. Every step counts in the 5K run/walk and 10K course along the Cumberland River and through Shelby Bottoms, one of Nashvilles most beautiful greenways. In addition, a 1-MILE DYSLEXIA DASH will be offered for all ages and ability. The event is hosted by Learning Matters [http://www.learningmattersinc.org], a non-profit organization established in 2006, that exists to help K-12 students with Dyslexia and other learning disabilities reach their academic and human potential by providing equitable access to the highest quality assessment, tutoring, and advocacy. NET PROCEEDS OF THE MUSIC CITY RUN FOR DYSLEXIA HELP PROVIDE FREE INTERVENTIONAL TUTORING FOR STUDENTS WITH DYSLEXIA.
NEW YOUTH AWARDS!
COME AND FIND YOUR PEOPLE AT THE 4TH MUSIC CITY RUN FOR DYSLEXIA! RUN, WALK, OR CHEER FROM THE SIDELINES!
**T-SHIRTS: Because many participants do NOT want a t-shirt and to lessen our impact on the environment, we have kept the event price low with the option to ADD $5 for a t-shirt. Shirts are guaranteed until August 15th. Thereafter, shirts are available based on remaining inventory.
GO THE EXTRA MILE TO HELP OUR CHILDREN READ ON SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 26TH AT THE 4TH ANNUAL MUSIC CITY RUN FOR DYSLEXIA. Every step counts in the 5K run/walk and 10K course along the Cumberland River and through Shelby Bottoms, one of Nashvilles most beautiful greenways. In addition, a 1-MILE DYSLEXIA DASH will be offered for all ages and ability. The event is hosted by Learning Matters [http://www.learningmattersinc.org], a non-profit organization established in 2006, that exists to help K-12 students with Dyslexia and other learning disabilities reach their academic and human potential by providing equitable access to the highest quality assessment, tutoring, and advocacy. NET PROCEEDS OF THE MUSIC CITY RUN FOR DYSLEXIA HELP PROVIDE FREE INTERVENTIONAL TUTORING FOR STUDENTS WITH DYSLEXIA.
NEW YOUTH AWARDS!
COME AND FIND YOUR PEOPLE AT THE 4TH MUSIC CITY RUN FOR DYSLEXIA! RUN, WALK, OR CHEER FROM THE SIDELINES!
**T-SHIRTS: Because many participants do NOT want a t-shirt and to lessen our impact on the environment, we have kept the event price low with the option to ADD $5 for a t-shirt. Shirts are guaranteed until August 15th. Thereafter, shirts are available based on remaining inventory.
Races
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10k
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$54.00
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5k
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$43.40
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1 Mile Dyslexia Dash
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$22.20
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Virtual 10K
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
$54.00
Your race materials will be sent to your address. -
Virtual 5K
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
$43.40
Your race materials will be sent to your address. -
Virtual 1 Mile Dyslexia Dash
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
$22.20
Your race materials will be sent to your address.
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