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5K Races Near Nashville, TN

As of October 6, 2026, Crewable lists 27 upcoming 5K races near Nashville, TN from October 2026 to April 2027. The next is 2026 Golden Helix 5k on October 10 in Cookeville, TN. Registration is open for 21. 2 advertise prize money.

Sources: UltraSignup, RunSignUp, UTMB, race organizers and race websites

With aid station data

Race calendar

October 2026

20 races

November 2026

5 races

March 2027

1 race

April 2027

1 race

Quick answers

What is the next 5K race near Nashville, TN?

2026 Golden Helix 5k, on Saturday, October 10, 2026, in Cookeville, TN. Distances: 5K.

What is the closest 5K race to Nashville?

Nashville Recovery Run 5k in Nashville, TN, about 1 mile from Nashville, on October 10, 2026.

How many 5K races near Nashville, TN have open registration?

21 of the 27 list registration as open as of October 6, 2026, including 2026 Golden Helix 5k, APSU | Domino's Run for Govs 5K and Valerie Hunter-Kelly Run/Walk For the Govs 1K and Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (41).

Which 5K races near Nashville, TN offer prize money?

2 races advertise prize money: Clarksville Half Marathon & 5K ($6,000) and APSU | Domino's Run for Govs 5K and Valerie Hunter-Kelly Run/Walk For the Govs 1K ($450).

What is the busiest month for 5K races near Nashville, TN?

October 2026, with 20 of the 27. November 2026 follows with 5.

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