Peer Power Big River Crossing Race
Friday, November 1, 2024
Past event
Memphis, Tennessee
8 races
5km, 10km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of fitness and fun at the 7th Annual Peer Power Big River Crossing Race on November 1, 2024, in the vibrant city of Memphis! This exciting event features a variety of race distances, including a challenging Half Marathon and 10K starting at 8:30 am, followed by a spirited 5K and Family Fun Walk at 9:00 am. Participants will have the unique opportunity to traverse the Mississippi River’s longest public pedestrian bridge, enjoying breathtaking views of Downtown Memphis and the scenic Arkansas floodplains.
Not only will you be part of a thrilling athletic experience, but your entry fee also supports the Peer Power Foundation, which plays a vital role in empowering local high school students through mentorship and tutoring provided by talented college scholars. All participants will receive medals and a stylish dry tech, long-sleeve race shirt, making this event a memorable occasion for both runners and walkers. Join us for a day filled with community spirit, fitness, and the chance to make a difference!
Not only will you be part of a thrilling athletic experience, but your entry fee also supports the Peer Power Foundation, which plays a vital role in empowering local high school students through mentorship and tutoring provided by talented college scholars. All participants will receive medals and a stylish dry tech, long-sleeve race shirt, making this event a memorable occasion for both runners and walkers. Join us for a day filled with community spirit, fitness, and the chance to make a difference!
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10k
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Virtual Half Marathon
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5k
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1 Mile Fun Walk / Run
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Virtual 5k
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Organiser's description
Peer Power Big River Crossing Race8:30 am - Half Marathon & 10K9:00 am - 5K & Family Fun WalkOn November 2, 2024, the Peer Power Foundation will present the 7th Annual Peer Power Big River Crossing Race. Sign up for the Half-Marathon or 10K, and you'll make the interstate trek across the Mississippi River’s longest public pedestrian bridge. Also, join us for the 5K or Family Fun Walk for a fun 1-mile course along the river in Tom Lee Park.All the BenefitsYour entry fee is more than a fee — it contributes to Peer Power Foundation’s largest fundraiser of the year. The Peer Power Foundation is a first-of-its-kind partnership with the University of Memphis and Memphis Shelby County Schools to recruit, train, and employ high-performing college scholars to tutor and mentor public high school students within the classroom. And it works well. In addition, you gain these great benefits:Medals for all participantsIncredible views of Downtown Memphis and the Arkansas floodplainsDry tech, long-sleeve race shirt for all runnersA newly, fully paved half-marathon course on the Arkansas side of the race
Location
Memphis, Tennessee
Peer Power Big River Crossing Race
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