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Navy and Marine Corps Freedom 5K

Date
October 24 – November 14, 2026
Distance
Navy and Marine Corps Freedom 5K · Navy and Marine Corps Freedom 5K - Virtual
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From the Organizer

The Navy and Marine Corps Freedom 5K celebrates the birthdays of our Sea Services and honors the sacrifices of those who have gone before us to support and defend our freedom this Veterans Day.

Registration will be open until November 14th at 11:59 PM.

Thank you for joining The University of Memphis Gold Company in building everlasting camaraderie as our Naval Services celebrate another year and as we pay tribute to the sacrifices of our Veterans.

Events

Navy and Marine Corps Freedom 5KSat, Oct 24 · 10 AMRegister →
Navy and Marine Corps Freedom 5K - VirtualSat, Nov 14 · 10 AMRegister →

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

72°

Typical Low

51°

Chance of Rain

26%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Memphis Intl Ap, 7 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:14 AMSunset 6:15 PMDaylight 11h 1m

Host City

About Memphis, TN

Population

629,063

as of 2023

Elevation

248 ft

Nearest Airport

MEM

Memphis International Airport · 8 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

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Waiting For?

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Days to train

Race
Navy and Marine Corps Freedom 5K
Date
October 24 – November 14, 2026

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

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Running

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Navy and Marine Corps Freedom 5K?
Navy and Marine Corps Freedom 5K is a running race held in Memphis, Tennessee on October 24, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the Navy and Marine Corps Freedom 5K?
Saturday, October 24, 2026 in Memphis, Tennessee at Great View Dr N, Memphis, TN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Navy and Marine Corps Freedom 5K?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Navy and Marine Corps Freedom 5K

Oct 24, 2026

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