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Runway 5K @ Memphis International Airport

Memphis, Tennessee · Saturday, September 19, 2026

The Runway 5K @ Memphis International Airport is a 5k and running event held on Saturday, September 19, 2026. It is located at Bowman Avenue in Memphis, Tennessee.

Date
Saturday, September 19, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Location
Bowman Avenue
Memphis, Tennessee
38131
United States
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Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority (MSCAA) is excited to host its 2nd Annual MEM Runway 5K on September 19.

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 2025 and ranks among one of the busiest cargo airports in world.

Please Note: There will be NO day-of-event registrations, and NO area for spectators. Only those registered will be allowed admittance for security reasons.

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 closes September 13th 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.

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.

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