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The St. Jude Memphis Marathon Weekend runs Dec 3-5, 2026: a two-day expo at the Renasant Convention Center, then a marathon, half marathon, 10K and 5K on Saturday, Dec 5, with the marathon starting at 8 a.m. on B.B. King Blvd. at Beale St. Read on stjude.org on 2026-10-20.
Schedule
| When | What and where |
|---|---|
| Thu, Dec 3, noon-7 p.m. | Health & Fitness Expo, Renasant Convention Center |
| Fri, Dec 4, noon-8 p.m. | Health & Fitness Expo, Renasant Convention Center |
| Fri, Dec 4, 5-7:30 p.m. | St. Jude Heroes Pasta Party, Renasant Convention Center (reservations required) |
| Sat, Dec 5, 6:55 / 7 a.m. | 5K and 10K wheelchair start / start, B.B. King Blvd. and Madison Ave. |
| Sat, Dec 5, 7:55 / 8 a.m. | Marathon and half marathon wheelchair start / start, B.B. King Blvd. and Beale St. |
| Sat, Dec 5, 1 p.m. | Kids’ Fun Run, B.B. King Blvd. and Madison Ave. |
| Sat, Dec 5, 4 p.m. | Finish line, AutoZone Park and all hospitality close |
Gear check is open 5:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday at Union Ave. and 4th St.
What to Know Before You Go
- EntryDistances are the 5K, 10K, half marathon and marathon. St. Jude says registration ends the Tuesday before Thanksgiving (Nov 24) or when a distance sells out.
- AgesMarathon 16+, half marathon 14+, 10K 12+; the 5K has no minimum age, but children under 12 need an adult.
- Time limitsMarathon 6.5 hours, half 4 hours 20 minutes, 10K 2 hours, 5K 1.5 hours, counted from the last corral crossing the start.
- Spectators with kidsThe Kids’ Fun Run is at 1 p.m.; strollers and baby joggers are not allowed on the race courses.
- WeatherAverage high 53°F, average low 36°F, so dress in layers.
Still Unconfirmed
- Road closures and detours around downtown on Dec 5.
- Parking recommendations for spectators.
Not yet announced here. We check St. Jude’s pages weekly and update this guide when anything changes.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the St. Jude Memphis Marathon Weekend in 2026?
The expo runs Dec 3 and Dec 4 and the races are Saturday, Dec 5, 2026, in downtown Memphis.
What time do the races start?
The marathon and half marathon start at 8 a.m. (wheelchair start 7:55 a.m.); the 5K and 10K start at 7 a.m. (wheelchair start 6:55 a.m.); the Kids’ Fun Run starts at 1 p.m.
Where is the expo?
The Health & Fitness Expo is at the Renasant Convention Center: noon-7 p.m. Thursday, Dec 3 and noon-8 p.m. Friday, Dec 4.
Can I still register?
St. Jude says registration ends the Tuesday before Thanksgiving (Nov 24, 2026) or when a distance sells out.
Are strollers allowed on the course?
No. St. Jude does not allow strollers, baby joggers, unapproved non-racing wheelchairs, animals, skateboards, rollerblades or bikes on the marathon, half marathon, 10K or 5K courses.
What is the weather usually like?
St. Jude lists an average high of 53°F and an average low of 36°F for race day, with a more accurate forecast closer to the date.
Sources
- St. Jude Memphis Marathon Weekend, schedule of events, checked 2026-10-20
- St. Jude Memphis Marathon Weekend, FAQ, checked 2026-10-20
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Straight-line distance from the centre of Memphis, not driving miles. Events within 40 miles, places within 25. Dates come from our checked events list and may change; confirm with the organizer.
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