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Sweet Cheeks - Summer Fun Run 5K

Memphis, Tennessee · Saturday, August 8, 2026

The Sweet Cheeks - Summer Fun Run 5K is a 5k, running, and virtual event held on Saturday, August 8, 2026. It is located at Great View Drive North in Memphis, Tennessee.

Date
Saturday, August 8, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Location
Great View Drive North
Memphis, Tennessee
38120
United States
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The 7th Annual Sweet Cheeks 5K is NOW the SUMMER FUN RUN 5K! This event is a family friendly event that aims to raise money for Sweet Cheeks Diaper Ministry and raise awareness for the issue of poverty and diaper need in Shelby County and surrounding areas. Register to run, walk, or dance your way across the finish line. Strollers are also welcome for the race! Sweet Cheeks Diaper Ministry is the only independently ran basic needs bank in the Mid-South recognized by The National Diaper Bank and partners with local social service agencies to provide diapers to low-income families while raising awareness of the basic health need for diapers. This year we are celebrating distributing over 1.5 MILLION diapers to families in need. 5k participants will receive Chip Timing, Live Results, Finisher Medal (whiles supplies last), Post Race Food and Drinks, Discount Coupons & Giveaways, and Custom awards for Overall and Age Group Winners. Kid's Fun Zone with games, face painting, and more. DJ Gibbs

will be back to bring the fun.

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