The Healing Races of Memphis 1-Mile, 5k & 10k
Saturday, March 16, 2024
Past event
10:00 AM CDT
Memphis, Tennessee
Event summary
Join us for The Healing Races of Memphis on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at 9:00 A.M., located at 4523 Elvis Presley Blvd, Memphis, TN. This exciting event features three race distances: a 1-Mile Fun Walk, a 5K, and a 10K, inviting participants of all ages to take part in a meaningful cause. Students in grades 1 through 12 can walk or run for free, making it a fantastic opportunity to promote health and literacy in our community. Every registered participant will receive a race t-shirt and a goody bag, and the event will include finishers medals, food, music, and fun for all!
The Healing Races aim to raise awareness about illiteracy in Memphis, where one in seven adults struggles with reading above a sixth-grade level. By participating in this uplifting event, you’ll be contributing to a vital cause that seeks to improve literacy rates and support our children’s futures. So gather your friends and family, form a team, and let’s race together to help our children read! Don’t miss this chance to make a difference while enjoying a day filled with excitement and community spirit!
The Healing Races aim to raise awareness about illiteracy in Memphis, where one in seven adults struggles with reading above a sixth-grade level. By participating in this uplifting event, you’ll be contributing to a vital cause that seeks to improve literacy rates and support our children’s futures. So gather your friends and family, form a team, and let’s race together to help our children read! Don’t miss this chance to make a difference while enjoying a day filled with excitement and community spirit!
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Students grades 1 through 12 walk/run for free. Registration required.
Join us as we walk and run on March 16, 2024 in The Healing Races of Memphis. Every one who registers receives a t-shirt and a race bag.
Improving literacy is one way we heal our family, our community and our city. The Healing Races of Memphis aims to bring awareness to illiteracy.
WHEN: SATURDAY, MARCH 16, 2024
TIME: 9:00 A.M.
WHERE: 4523 ELVIS PRESLEY BLVD, MEMPHIS, TN 38116
DID YOU KNOW?
According to research: In Memphis, 1 in 7 adults do not read above a 6th grade level and, on top of that, only 24.1% of students complete the 3rd grade reading on grade level. The struggles that come with low literacy are far-reaching, straining not only the individual but the entire community.
Let's Race to Help Our Children Read!
MARCH 16, 2024 9:00 A.M.
Registration Fees and Available Discounts
Students grades 1 through 12 walk/run for free. Registration required. Students are asked to wear their school t-shirt, they will not receive a race t-shirt.
WIN$100.00 - Get Your Team Together. TEAM LEADER WITH MOST PAID PARTICIPANTS WINS $100.00
Help promote this event and Earn 10% off Registration
REGISTRATION FEES through 03/10/2024 (The fees will increase by $5.00 on March 11 , 2024)
5K Walker/Runner - $25
10K Walker/Runner - $25
1-Mile Fun Walk - $25
Children Event Ages 4-12 $5
Team of 20 or more $20 per person
Team of 15-19 $21 per person
Team of 10-14 $22 per person
Team of 5-9 $23 per person
Note: Members of The Healing Cathedral - fees are $5.00 less than noted above, for the 10K and 5K and 1 Mile race, children's challenge fees are the same for non members and members $5
Refunds
Unfortunately No refunds available.
Finishers medals, food, fun, goody bags and music will be at The Healing Races of Memphis March 16, 2024!!
Packet Pick Up - Thursday, March 14th - 4:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. (location: The Healing Cathedral, 4523 Elvis Presley Blvd, Memphis, TN 38116)
Day of the Race Agenda
7:00 am. Registration and packet pickup
8:40 a.m. Walkers/Runners Warmup
9:00 a.m. 10k Race Starts
9:00 a.m. 5k Race Starts
9:00 a.m. 1-Mile Run/Walk Starts
10:00 a.m. 5K Awards Presentation
10:45 a.m. 10K Awards Presentation
Medals
Each finisher receives a medal.
Each age group winner will be recognized on race day and will receive a placement medal .
Age Groups for both the 5k and 10k
10 & Under,11 -19, 20 - 29, 30 - 39, 40 - 49, 50 - 59, 60+
Timing
Start to Finish Company will time the 5K and the 10K
The 1 Mile Walk/Run will not be timed.
The t-shirt comes in long and short sleeve.
Join us as we walk and run on March 16, 2024 in The Healing Races of Memphis. Every one who registers receives a t-shirt and a race bag.
Improving literacy is one way we heal our family, our community and our city. The Healing Races of Memphis aims to bring awareness to illiteracy.
WHEN: SATURDAY, MARCH 16, 2024
TIME: 9:00 A.M.
WHERE: 4523 ELVIS PRESLEY BLVD, MEMPHIS, TN 38116
DID YOU KNOW?
According to research: In Memphis, 1 in 7 adults do not read above a 6th grade level and, on top of that, only 24.1% of students complete the 3rd grade reading on grade level. The struggles that come with low literacy are far-reaching, straining not only the individual but the entire community.
Let's Race to Help Our Children Read!
MARCH 16, 2024 9:00 A.M.
Registration Fees and Available Discounts
Students grades 1 through 12 walk/run for free. Registration required. Students are asked to wear their school t-shirt, they will not receive a race t-shirt.
WIN$100.00 - Get Your Team Together. TEAM LEADER WITH MOST PAID PARTICIPANTS WINS $100.00
Help promote this event and Earn 10% off Registration
REGISTRATION FEES through 03/10/2024 (The fees will increase by $5.00 on March 11 , 2024)
5K Walker/Runner - $25
10K Walker/Runner - $25
1-Mile Fun Walk - $25
Children Event Ages 4-12 $5
Team of 20 or more $20 per person
Team of 15-19 $21 per person
Team of 10-14 $22 per person
Team of 5-9 $23 per person
Note: Members of The Healing Cathedral - fees are $5.00 less than noted above, for the 10K and 5K and 1 Mile race, children's challenge fees are the same for non members and members $5
Refunds
Unfortunately No refunds available.
Finishers medals, food, fun, goody bags and music will be at The Healing Races of Memphis March 16, 2024!!
Packet Pick Up - Thursday, March 14th - 4:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. (location: The Healing Cathedral, 4523 Elvis Presley Blvd, Memphis, TN 38116)
Day of the Race Agenda
7:00 am. Registration and packet pickup
8:40 a.m. Walkers/Runners Warmup
9:00 a.m. 10k Race Starts
9:00 a.m. 5k Race Starts
9:00 a.m. 1-Mile Run/Walk Starts
10:00 a.m. 5K Awards Presentation
10:45 a.m. 10K Awards Presentation
Medals
Each finisher receives a medal.
Each age group winner will be recognized on race day and will receive a placement medal .
Age Groups for both the 5k and 10k
10 & Under,11 -19, 20 - 29, 30 - 39, 40 - 49, 50 - 59, 60+
Timing
Start to Finish Company will time the 5K and the 10K
The 1 Mile Walk/Run will not be timed.
The t-shirt comes in long and short sleeve.
Location
4523 Elvis Presley Blvd, Memphis, 38116, TN, United States
The Healing Races of Memphis 1-Mile, 5k & 10k
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