16TH Annual
16th Annual Steps of Success 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
16th Annual Steps of Success 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk is a running race on September 12, 2026 in Nashville, TN, with entry fees from $40 to $500.
- Date
- September 12, 2026 (52 days to go)
- Price
- $40–$500
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
FROM SHELBY TO THE SKYLINE - NEW LOCATION. SAME MISSION. GREATER IMPACT
The 16th Annual Steps of Success 5K & 1 Mile Family Fun Run/Walk is moving to Downtown Nashville—bringing our most exciting race experience yet to the heart of Music City!
Join us on Saturday, September 12, 2026, as we run/walk from Rep. John Lewis Way & Demonbreun Street, surrounded by the energy, skyline, and spirit of Nashville. Every step you take helps create a pathway to success for youth and future leaders through the life-changing programs offered free of charge by our charity beneficiary, Transformation Life Center
Can we borrow your "feet" for 3.1 miles to help empower youth to succeed?
MORE THAN A RACE - A PATHWAY TO SUCCESS
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
85°
Typical Low
61°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Shelby Bottoms Nature, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Nashville, TN
Population
684,298
as of 2023
City Elevation
496 ft
Nearest Airport
BNA
Nashville International Airport · 7 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 16th Annual Steps of Success 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
52
Days to train
- Race
- 16th Annual Steps of Success 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
- Date
- September 12, 2026
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About This Sport
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Running
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Make it a Racecation
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16th Annual Steps of Success 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
Sep 12, 2026