FAQ
GENERAL QUESTIONS
Q. What is the course like? The 5K course will take place through the campus of Vanderbilt University. The route includes several of the athletic facilities, including Hawkins Field, Vanderbilt Stadium, Outdoor Track & Field Complex, football practice fields, and the Soccer and Lacrosse Complex. Runners will have the opportunity to run across the complete perimeter of Hawkins Field and cross home plate with their supporters cheering them on from the stands!
Q. I can't run the entire 5K. Can I walk or do walk intervals? A. Yes! You are absolutely welcome to walk, run, jog, shuffle, and move your way to the finish line. It's your race, your pace.
Q. Are strollers welcome? A. Yes. But please start towards the back, allowing competitive runners to be closer to the starting line.
Q. Are dogs welcome? A. No.
Q. How do I register for the event? A. Just click the signup link for the event you'd like to participate in.
Q. Can kids participate? A. Absolutely! There is no age limit for any of our events.
Q. Where are the proceeds from this race going? A. 100% of your race registration benefits Memories of Honor. Memories of Honor is a national 501c3 nonprofit based in Nashville, TN. Their mission is to make every day Memorial Day. Please visit their site for more information.
Q. When and where is early packet pickup? A. This information will be coming soon!
Q. What time and where is the race morning packet pickup and registration. A. This information will be coming soon!
Q. Do you have other shirts and merchandise for sale? Yes, Memories of Honor shirts for purchase onsite
Q. When is early packet pickup?
Friday, April 1st
4:00-6:00 p.m.
Outside of the front gate of Hawkins Field
Free parking will be available on levels 9-11 of the 25th Avenue Garage. You must enter the garage through the Highland entrance. Please note that Jess Neely Drive will be closed for the baseball game that evening.
Q. Where do I park event morning? A. Free parking is available in the 25th Avenue Garage on levels 9-11. You must enter the garage through Highland Ave.
RACE SWAG | PERKS
Q. What does my 5K race registration include?
☆ Event into the event
☆ Finisher's award
☆ Event shirt (sizes are only guaranteed for early registrations -- after the close of the shirt order, they will be first-come-first-serve).
☆ Race number with timing chip.
☆ Fallen Hero Memorial Bib
☆ Digital Finisher's Certificate
GROUPS & TEAMS
Q. We have a large group. Do you offer group/teams? A. Yes! Select start or join a team at the time of registration. The links below will provide you with detailed information and instructions.
☆ How to Create/Join Group
☆ How to Join an Existing Group
☆ How to View or Manage Group
☆ Invite Others To Join Your Group/Team
Q. My work would like to use this event for team-building. Do you have a corporate/business team option? A. We sure do! Please email us at eventsteam@memoriesofhonor.org, and we will get you set up.
Please use the links below for the detailed management instructions below.
☆ Join a Corporate Team
☆ Create a Corporate Team (for Captains)
☆ Manage a Corporate Team (for Captains)
☆ View Invoices and Payments (for Captains)
Your company can choose from a wide range of options.
☆ Decide on how much of each participants entry fee they will cover (if any) up to 100%
☆ Set a max number of participants per team
☆ Set if the team is for employees only or if their families can join.
☆ Payments can be made by credit card or by check.
