May 16, 2026
Nashville, TN
A Worthy Cause

Lace up for the Nashville Music Dash! This one-of-a-kind race blends fitness and fun to fund music programs in local schools that need it most. Every mile makes a difference — every beat inspires a child to play.  Music Departments are struggling to fund their music programs. This race is to provide much needed funds to needy music departments in Nashville.  Music education benefits the whole child.  Let's come together to support the community and make a lasting impact on the lives of students.  Learn more about the value of music education.

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-Cognitive, Emotional &

Social Development

-Creativity

-Academic Success

-Self Esteem

-Improved Focus

-Life Skills

 

The race will be held on Saturday, May 16, 2026 in Nashville TN. This will be a fantastic course that is relatively flat and fast, a great location to beat your best time.  

 

Not a runner?  You don't have to run - you can walk, you can watch, you can cheer, you can donate, you can sponsor and you can volunteer! However you decide to participate, you're going to be making a difference in the lives of kids!  

 

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT:

Be Part of History: Join the Founding 100.  The first 100 people to register will become Founding Members of the Nashville Music Dash.  Special VIP perks:

• $20 Registration Fee

• Exclusive “Founding 100” race bib

• Name listed on our Founding Members banner + website

• Recognition as community ambassadors

• No Wait VIP check-in on race day

These spots will go fast — once the Founding 100 is filled, it’s gone forever.

Register today and claim your place in Nashville race history

 

Interested in a little friendly competition?

 

Form a team of at least 4 and compete for the coveted Music City Maestro Trophy.  Trophy will be awarded to the team with the lowest average time.  Get your team together!  Nashville companies, schools, friends - let's compete!  If you have the nerve - BRING IT!   It's a great way to promote school spirit, healthy competition and the community.  Form your team HERE.

 

 

Finishers of the Nashville Music Dash will receive a T-Shirt and Finisher’s medal. 

 

 

Register by April 15th and you get to select your shirt color!

 

**SHIRTS ARE GUARANTEED ONLY IF REGISTERED BY 4/15/2026** - there will be extra shirts, but can't guarantee the color you may want.

 

Race Day Schedule

7:00-7:55 Registration/Packet Pickup

7:45 Opening Ceremony & Warm up

8:00 Race Start

8:45 Award Ceremony

9:00 -11:00 Race Celebration

 

Shelby Park

1600 Davidson Street

Nashville, TN 37206 

 

 

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"Music gives soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination and charm to life and to everything." - Plato