Memphis Shelby County Airport Authority (MSCAA) is excited to host its inaugural MEM Runway 5K on September 20.
Participants will have a chance to run on one of MEM’s runways and get a close-up view of aircraft landing and taking off. The uniqueness of this event allows runners to experience the airport grounds, and rare views of an airport that served nearly 5 million passengers in 2024 and ranks among one of the busiest cargo airports in world.
Early registration is encouraged!
All attendees (3 and older) of the event, including those who do not plan to run or walk the 5K course, are required to register for the event.
Registration will close September 14th at midnight. Race participants will receive a T-shirt and a special finisher medal.
Children 2 and under can enter without registration if accompanied by a registered guest.
Special early bird pricing through July 4th
Proceeds from the race will support the Memphis International Airport Community Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, who focuses on civic engagement, education, sustainability efforts, health, and community-supporting initiatives.
Over the years, the foundation has awarded over $300,000 in academic scholarships, provided unique educational and career development opportunities, provided essential items to underserved communities, and supported a wide range of impactful initiatives.
You must register as a runner to participate. Children 14 and under must be accompanied by a registered adult.
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
5K
Price changes in 9 days 19 hours-
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Register for 5K$39.44
$35 + $4.44 Processing Fee
Now registering Jun 1 – Jul 4 -
$50.14
$45 + $5.14 Processing Fee
Jul 5 – Sep 14
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Child 5K (Ages 3-9)
Price changes in 9 days 19 hours-
Children under the age of 3 do not need to register as long as they are accompanied by a REGISTERED ADULT.
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Register for Child 5K (Ages 3-9)$23.39
$20 + $3.39 Processing Fee
Now registering Jun 1 – Jul 4 -
$34.09
$30 + $4.09 Processing Fee
Jul 5 – Sep 14
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Course Map
Schedule of Events
Saturday, September 20th, 2025
Memphis International Airport (MEM), Winchester Road, Memphis, TN
- 06:30 - Packet Pickup Begins
- 08:00 - 5K Begins
- 09:15 - Awards Ceremony
Awards
Top 3 Overall Male and Female
Top 1 Master Male and Female
Top 1 Grand Master Male and Female
Top 3 Male and Female in each age group:
9 & Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+
Registration Policies
- There are NO refunds for this race if you did not enroll in the Refund Protection Program. Click here for transfer instructions.
- Race Management reserves the right to cancel or modify the event due to unfavorable conditions
- Registration fees are not refundable in the event of cancellation due to "Acts of God".
Contact information
- Event contact
- Start 2 Finish Event Management
- info@s2fevents.com
