• A community event where all our GOTR teams come together to celebrate the completion of their program. They’ve been training hard to run or walk their 5K (3.1 miles) AND you’re invited to join in the festivities and 5K event!

•  Un evento comunitario donde todos nuestros equipos GOTR se reúnen para celebrar el final de la temporada. Han estado entrenando mucho para correr o caminar sus 5 km (3.1 millas) ¡Y estás invitado a unirte a las festividades y al evento de 5 km!

Absolutley. This is the perfect 5K for you! Our 5K is non-competitive and not timed. It is all about finishing your race at your pace.

• Sunday, May 4th, 2 PM at the University of Memphis Alumni Mall. Pre-race activities start at 1 PM!
• Domingo, 4 de mayo en el University of Memphis Alumni Mall.  Las participates y sus familias están invitadas a disfrutar las actividades a partir de las 1:00 PM! 

• First, we understand that life happens, and circumstance might make it impossible to attend.  BUT...we are throwing our GOTR participants a huge BASH, and we want them there! 
•  We strongly encourage that all participants attend and complete the 5K, as it is the goal that teams are preparing for all season long! It’s the ultimate opportunity to build confidence through accomplishment. Remember, this is the first 5K event for many – including coaches, participants, friends and family members. We are in it together!
• En primer lugar, entendemos que la vida pasa, y las circunstancias pueden hacer que sea imposible asistir. PERO... estamos organizando a nuestros participantes de GOTR una gran FIESTA, ¡y los queremos allí!
• Recomendamos encarecidamente que todos los participantes asistan y completen los 5K, ya que es el objetivo para el que los equipos se preparan durante toda la temporada. Es la mejor oportunidad para generar confianza a través de los logros. Recuerde, este es el primer evento de 5K para muchos, incluidos entrenadores, participantes, amigos y familiares. ¡Estamos juntos en esto!

• No, neither girls nor coaches need to register for the 5K.
• No, todas las ninas participan de forma gratuita. 

• Anyone! We encourage you to invite friends, family, community members and school/program site staff to come cheer you on 5K day. We welcome individuals of all ages, backgrounds, gender identities and physical abilities to join us at the 5K. Whether you run or walk the 5K, volunteer to help at the event, or cheer for your girl, we want you there!  Any individual wishing to run the 5K must pre-register for the event.

• ¡Todos! Pueden invitar a sus amigos, familiares y personal de la escuela/sitio del programa. Tambien los invitamos a que caminen or corran durante la carrera de 5K, sirvan como voluntarios o simplemente animen a las participates. Todas las personas que quieran participar en la carrera se deben inscribir con anticipación

Yes! While 'girl' might be in our name, we welcome individuals of all gender identities and all physical abilities.  

• A5K Buddy is a parent/guardian or an invited friend, family member, coach who will complete the 5K alongside a program participant during the 5K event, for the entire duration of the course. Running Buddies must register for the 5K race.
• Los compañeros de carrera ayudan a las participantes a que se mantengan seguras, motivadas e inspiradas durante la carrera de celebración 5K. Todas las participantes deben tener un compañero durante la carrera. 

• Yes! Every girl needs a 5K Buddy to accompany them along the 5K course. You can choose to be her 5K Buddy- or help them find a friend or family member to join them on their 5K. Anyone wishing to run or walk the 5K (Running Buddies included) must register to participate at the 5K.
• ¡Sí! Cada niña necesita un companero de carrera que la acompañe a lo largo del recorrido de los 5 km. Pueden elegir ser un compañero de carrera o buscar un amigo o familiar para que las acompañe en sus 5 km. Todas las personas que quieran participar en la carrera se deben inscribir con anticipación (incluyendo los compañeros de carrera)

• Coaches will hand out 5K shirts and bibs to the girls during their practice, the week of November 3rd.
• Todas las participantes recibirán sus paquetes de carrera (camisetas/dorsal de carrera) de sus entrenadores la semana del 3 de noviembre.

• You can pick up your race packet on Saturday, November 9th from 10-1 pm at Fleet Feet, 4530 Poplar Avenue or Sunday, November 10th from 12:30-1:30 at the Overton Park Shell.
• Pueden recoger su paquete para la carrera el sabado 9 de noviembre de 10:30 a 1:00 p. m. en Fleet Feet, 4530 Poplar Avenue o el domingo 10 de noviembre de 12:30 a 1:30 p. m. en Overton Park Shell.

• She should bring her filled water bottle, 5K t-shirt, 5K race- bib and her amazing attitude! She should wear appropriate exercise clothing and sneakers. Check the weather to make sure she’s got the right gear! Cold weather: bring a warm hat or ear warmer and gloves!

• La camiseta de la carrera 5K de Girls on the Run (sobre un sujetador deportivo); Puede ponerse una camisa de manga larga si hace frío. Pantalones cortos o leggings. Diadema o gorro para cubrir las orejas, guantes (si hace frío). Zapatos para correr.

Yes! All pre-race activities take place at Overton Park, by the Overton Park Shell.

Our 5K Fun Zone opens at 1:00 PM. We've got loads of fantastic activities for your whole family this Spring, Including: 

• Bling your Bib
• GOTR Glam:
  • Glitter, braids and fabulous hair by Bleach Babe
  • Nail bar with custom GOTR colors by Blank Beauty
  • Face paint and GOTR tattoos
• Inspiration Station 
• AutoZone 'Car Care' station
• Y on the Fly activity van
• Photo booth

And so much more!

DJ Gee Honey's back, spinning awesome tunes!

We'll jam out with Coach Lisa, as she leads us in our warm up

These activites are open to the entire community. 

Este será un día muy especial para nuestras participantes. Tenemos muchas actividades planeadas tanto antes como durante la carrera.

Hora de llegada para las participantes: 1:00 PM en el Overton Park.

Actividades antes de la carrera: 1:00 PM-1:45 PM (todos están bienvenidos)

• Todas las actividades antes y despues de la carrera se realizaran en el Overton Park

• Los equipos tendrán áreas para reunirse designadas en el césped Overton Park Shell. Las participantes no querrán perderse las actividades de cumpleaños previas a la carrera en el Overton Park. 

Hora de la carrera: 2 p.m. ¡EN PUNTO!  

El evento termina: Entre las 2:45 y 3:30 pm. 

Included:

• A race bib
• A Commemorative 5K Medal 

Not Included: 

• 5K race t-shirt: shirts are available for purchase during online registration
  • Adult- $15
  • Youth - $10

(Girls on the Run program participants receive 5K shirts as part of their program fee)

Incluido:

1.              Un dorsal

2.              Medalla conmemorativa de 5K

No incluye:

1.              Camiseta de la carrera de 5K: las camisetas están disponibles para su compra durante el registro en línea

1.              Adulto- $15

2.              Jóvenes - $10

(Las participantes del programa Girls on the Run reciben camisetas de 5K como parte de la tarifa de su programa)

Yes. All 5K registration forms include liability waivers.

As a reminder, this is a fun, celebratory event for our participants and not a competitive race. While our fastest 5K participants will complete the course in 25 minutes, most cross the finish line in 30-50 minutes. Everyone who participates is encouraged to walk, roll, push, run or skip at their happy pace!

Yes, Early Bird pricing ends on October 22nd.

Please refer to pricing listed at the top of the 5K page.

You may park on any street, and there is an available parking lot beside the Student Wellness Center at 3735 Southern Ave.

Puede estacionarse en cualquier calle y hay un estacionamiento disponible al lado del Student Wellness Center en 3735 Southern Ave.

We love our furry friends, just ask Coach Cookie! Unfortunately, no pets are allowed at the 5K event. 

For safety reasons, every participant must wear a race bib (provided by the council). Our council ensures every participant has a running buddy, and only critical 5K volunteers have access to confidential information.

To ensure every participant crosses the finish line, we monitor the course and conduct head counts. Our council has a safety plan in place, which trains staff and volunteers on how to respond during an emergency or incident.

Yes. Girls on the Run 5K events are for everyone! All participants can walk, run, push or roll safely and at their own happy pace. Designated parking spots are available.

Yes! Learn more here.

Please don’t hesitate to contact Savannah Miller with questions.