A Worthy Clause
A Worthy Clause is a running race on December 12, 2026 in Columbia, TN, with entry fees from $20 to $30.
- Date
- December 12, 2026 (132 days to go)
- Price
- $20–$30
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Run. Walk. Give Back.
Join Us for the A Worthy Clause 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run, benefiting aMuseum, Bright Apple, and The Well Outreach (learn more about them here --> Learn More)
Come dressed in your best Christmas attire, lace up your shoes, and join us for a morning of movement, connection, and community impact!
The A Worthy Clause 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run is more than a race, it's an opportunity to make a difference. Through this event, A Worthy Cause brings people together around our pillars of nutrition, movement, and mindfulness while raising funds for local nonprofits that are creating positive change throughout our community.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or simply looking for a fun way to celebrate the season, every step you take helps support organizations working to build a healthier, more connected community.
Your registration makes a real impact. Race proceeds directly benefit our 2026 nonprofit partners, allowing them to continue providing vital programs and services that directly impact our local community.
What to Expect:
- A timed 5K and untimed 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk
- A long-sleeve race shirt (if you register before November 27)
- A finisher medal
- A family-friendly atmosphere
- Community connection, movement, music, and mindfulness
- Local vendors, prizes, merchandise, and meaningful moments
Packet Pick-Up: Friday, December 11th, from 3:00–6:00 PM at the Riverside Park Farmers Market Pavilion. If you're unable to attend Friday, packet pick-up will also be available on race morning between 8:00–8:45 AM at the middle pavilion.
After the race, stick around and enjoy food trucks, local health vendors, a live DJ, and the festive atmosphere. It's more than a finish line—it's a celebration of community coming together to create meaningful impact.
Together, we're turning miles into momentum for local nonprofits. Sign up today and be part of something bigger than the race.
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
52°
Typical Low
30°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Columbia 3 Wnw, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Columbia, TN
Population
43,971
as of 2023
City Elevation
648 ft
Nearest Airport
BNA
Nashville International Airport · 41 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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A Worthy Clause
Dec 12, 2026