Lace Up for the return of the Clarksville Half Marathon, 5K, and 1-Mile Race on November 1!

CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. - Lace up your running shoes and get ready to level up!

The Second Annual Clarksville Half Marathon, 5K, and 1-Mile Race - proudly presented by Hankook Tire Manufacturing Tennessee, with additional support from Visit Clarksville, Daniel Ingram - Geico Local Office, and Premier Medical - will take place Saturday, November 1, 2025, with the start and finish line on Franklin Street near Public Square.

Last year, you showed up. This year, you level up! After a successful inaugural event, excitement is building for this year's races. "Last year's event brought the community together in an incredible way, and it's great to see our city come alive around running and fitness," said Jennifer Letourneau, Director of Clarksville Parks and Recreation.

All courses - except the 1-Mile - are USA Track & Field (USATF)-certified, and will be chip-timed by Bald Eagle Events to ensure accurate results for every participant. Runners can choose from five events:

• Half Marathon - 7 a.m.
• Half Marathon Ruck (new this year) - 7 a.m.
• 5K - 7:30 a.m.
• 5K Ruck (new this year) - 7:30 a.m.
• 1-Mile Fun Run - 9 a.m.

Participants will race through scenic downtown streets, city parks, and past some of Clarksville's most iconic landmarks.

After crossing the finish line, 21-plus half marathon and 5K participants can enjoy a free drink, courtesy of Strawberry Alley Ale Works, celebrate with fellow runners, capture memories with photos, and visit Mug Shots Coffee, Bronx Mystique Deli, and Kadis Tacos, all of which will be on site.

Prize money will be awarded in select events:

Half Marathon & Half Marathon Ruck

• 1st Place: $1,000
• 2nd Place: $700
• 3rd Place: $500

5K & 5K Ruck

• 1st Place: $400
• 2nd Place: $250
• 3rd Place: $150

Over 750 runners have already registered. Sign up today at https://bit.ly/4jW09Rh

and join the fun!

Packet Pickup

• Thursday, October 30 | 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. | Double Tree Hotel
• Friday, October 31 | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Double Tree Hotel
• Saturday, November 1 | 6 a.m. - Start of 1 mile run | Parks and Recreation Office

DoubleTree by Hilton Clarksville Riverview

To make race weekend even easier, the DoubleTree by Hilton Clarksville Riverview, newly remodeled and just steps from the finish line, is offering exclusive rates for runners and spectators-making it simple to relax, recharge, and wake up ready to race.

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