Chargers 5K
Chargers 5K is a running race on March 20, 2027 in Franklin, TN, with entry fees from $20 to $30.
- Date
- March 20, 2027 (135 days to go)
- Location
- 1228 Liberty Pike, Franklin, TN
- Price
- $20–$30
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Lace up for a great cause at the Chargers 5K! This fun-filled day also features the Chargers Walk (1-mile stroll) and Chargers Trot (fun for kids)! This event benefits Columbia State students at the Williamson Campus, helping them stay on track and charge toward the finish line of their degree or certificate. Your support could provide just what a student needs to keep pace and stay in stride!
Sat., March 21, 2026
- Registration: 7 a.m.
- Chargers 5K: 8 a.m.
- Chargers Walk: 8:05 a.m. (approximately)
- Chargers Trot (for children up to age 10): 9 a.m. (by age group)
See Pet Policy on our FAQ page. No pets are allowed.
Pre-Race packet pick up: Thurs., March 19, from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the lobby of the Arts and Technology Building.
Note: A kids' zone with fun activities will be available from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. Children’s activities are designed to be fun and engaging, and a parent or caregiver must remain with their child throughout the event.
Chargers 5K
- Early Registration (Mon., Jan. 5 – Mon., Feb. 23, 2026): $30 – includes event T-shirt
- Regular Registration (Tues., Feb. 24 – Fri., March 20, 2026): $35 – T-shirt while supplies last
- Day-of Registration (Sat., March 21, 2026): $40 – T-shirt not guaranteed
- Bonus: 5K participants may join the Chargers Walk at no additional cost!
- Medals: All participants who complete the 5K, including children and teens, will receive a medal, with awards for individuals finishing first, second, and third.
Chargers Walk (1 Mile)
- Flat Fee: $20 – includes event T-shirt if registered by Mon., Feb. 23
- Perfect for families, friends, and community supporters looking for a fun, active way to show support.
- Participants will receive a ribbon.
Chargers Trot + Kids’ Activities
- FREE! – Optional donations welcome to help Columbia State students
- Age Limit: Designed for children up to age 10
- Activities include fun challenges, games, balloon art, and more!
- Ribbons: All children participating in the Chargers Trot will receive a ribbon.
Racecourse: The course begins and ends on Columbia State’s Williamson Campus. Enjoy tree-lined streets and campus sights along the way. Course layout subject to change without notice.
Events
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
64°
Typical Low
39°
Chance of Rain
40%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Franklin Sewage Plt, 4 mi from the venue.
About Franklin, TN
Population
85,575
as of 2023
City Elevation
646 ft
Nearest Airport
BNA
Nashville International Airport · 17 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.
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Waiting For?
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135
Days to train
- Race
- Chargers 5K
- Date
- March 20, 2027
- Location
- 1228 Liberty Pike, Franklin, TN
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Chargers 5K
Mar 20, 2027