Upcoming Events & Races
Interested in running, biking, a duathlon, triathlon or ironman?
Check the listing below for upcoming races, events, and group runs!
Weekly Grivet Run
Every Monday at 6:00 PM
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Meet every Monday, 6:00 PM, at the Grivet Outdoors Olive Branch location (www.grivetoutdoors.com) for a group "fun" run. The course is approximately 3 miles on quiet residential streets, and all paces are welcome. During winter months, be sure to bring your own lighting and reflective gear, as the runs will take place after sunset. Complimentary beverages and conversation are available post-run!
5400 Goodman Road ste 113, Olive Branch, MS, USA
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Group Run
Silo Square Run
Wednesdays at 6:00 PM
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Meets on Wednesday, 6:00 PM, in the parking lot behind the south side of the Silo Square shops. The course is approximately 4 miles through nearby residential areas. During winter months, be sure to bring your own lighting and reflective gear, as the runs will take place after sunset. Although the run typically occurs, it is not guaranteed. Check the Facebook pages for Desoto Runners Club and North Mississippi Endurance Friends & Family for notice of cancellation.
Silo Square, May Blvd, Southaven, MS, USA
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Group Run
Hill and Dale 8 Miler
January 3, 2026
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Popular every year with Memphis-area runners, this race tackles the hills and switchbacks on the roads and bike paths of Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park.
348 Grassy Lake Road, Millington, TN, USA
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Road Race
MRTC Winter Off-Road Series 3K
January 11, 2026
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1st race in a series of 4. Run through the old forest at Overton Park.
Overton Park, Poplar Avenue, Memphis, TN, USA
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Trail Race
Swampstomper 50K / 25K
January 17, 2026
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An annual tradition at Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park, Swampstomper is a favorite of area trail runners. It offers a challenging-but-fun course, unpredictable weather, and cheerful volunteers (plus a little cash to the swift).
361 Grassy Lake Road, Millington, TN, USA
Event Type:
Trail Race
Village Creek 10K/25K
January 24, 2026
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Fun and challenging trail race at the beautiful Village Creek State Park in Wynne, AR.
201 County Road 754, Wynne, AR, USA
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Trail Race
MRTC Winter Off-Road Series 5K
January 25, 2026
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2nd race out of a series of 4. Held at WC Johnson Park in Collierville.
419 West C. Johnson Park Drive, Collierville, TN, USA
Event Type:
Trail Race
MRTC Winter Off-Road Series 8K
February 8, 2026
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3rd race out of a series of 4. Held at Nesbit Park in Bartlett.
5760 Yale Road, Memphis, TN, USA
Event Type:
Trail Race
Sylamore 50K
February 14, 2026
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One of the most scenic ultra trail races in the area, the Sylamore 50K is extremely popular. Accordingly, it sells out within minutes each year.
23080 Highway 5 North, Mountain View, AR, USA
Event Type:
Trail Race
MRTC Winter Off-Road Series 10K
February 22, 2026
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4th race out of a series of 4. Held at Shelby Farms in Memphis.
Shelby Farms, Memphis, TN, USA
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Trail Race
Germantown Half Marathon and Mayor's Cup 5K
March 7, 2026
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A favorite race for the Memphis region each year, this half marathon course takes runners through quiet residential neighborhoods of Germantown and along the Wolf River Nature Area north of Cameron Brown park. The event includes the Mayor's Cup 5K as an option for runners.
Wolf River Nature Area (East), 8108 Wolf River Blvd, Germantown, TN 38138, USA
Event Type:
Road Race
Big Buffalo 50
March 21, 2026
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A fundraiser for the Cancer Kickers Soccer Club, the race features options for 50 miles, 50K, 50K team relay, and 10K, The always-fun Big Buffalo is held at Shelby Farms, with a course consisting of repeating laps on a six mile loop utilizing the familiar Tour de Wolf trails.
Shelby Farms, Memphis, TN, USA
Event Type:
Trail Ultra
Coke 10K
May 2, 2026
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Run in Corinth, MS, only a 90 minute drive from Memphis, the Coke 10K has been run continuously since 1982, making it one of Mississippi's oldest foot races. With great support from the Corinth community, this race is the largest 10K in Mississippi.
601 Washington Street, Corinth, MS
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Road Race
Great American River Run
May 23, 2026
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Run on Memorial Day Weekend along the river in downtown Memphis, this race offers 5K, 10K, and Half-Marathon distances.
150 Peabody Pl, Memphis, TN 38103, USA
