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Clarksville Half Marathon & 5K - Run & Ruck 2026

Date
Saturday, November 14, 2026
Start time
7:00 AM start (Chicago)
Entry fee
From $45 · goes up to $95 on Oct 1, 2026
Included with entry
Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees

EventDistanceWhenEntry feeCap
Clarksville Half MarathonHalf MarathonNov 14, 20267:00 AM$85$95 after Oct 1, 2026–
Clarksville Half Marathon RuckHalf MarathonNov 14, 20267:00 AM$85$95 after Oct 1, 2026–
Clarksville 5K5KNov 14, 20267:30 AM$45$55 after Oct 1, 2026–
Clarksville 5K Ruck5KNov 14, 20267:30 AM$45$55 after Oct 1, 2026–

Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.

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The Half Marathon fee goes up to $95 on Oct 1, 2026.

Race day planning

Entry fee schedule

  • Clarksville Half Marathon and Clarksville Half Marathon Ruck: $85 until Oct 1, then $95 until Nov 14.
  • Clarksville 5K and Clarksville 5K Ruck: $45 until Oct 1, then $55 until Nov 14.

Online registration closes Nov 14, 2026, unless the race fills first.

How the price compares

At $85, entry is about 31 percent above a typical half marathon in Tennessee, which costs $65 right now.

What a typical finish looks like

A typical finisher at a half marathon in Tennessee runs 2:15:26, about 10:20 a mile, based on 47 races with published results. Women typically finish in 2:27:00 and men in 2:07:40.

Light and altitude

Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:25 AM, and the Clarksville Half Marathon starts at 7:00 AM. The start sits about 500 feet above sea level.

Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.

Start location and course

102 Public Square, Clarksville, TN 37040

The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.

Clarksville Half Marathon

376
finishers
2:08:06
median (9:46 /mi)
1:12:54
winning time
41% / 59%
women / men
median 2:08:061:17:513:21:53
Finish times, fastest to slowest. Each bar is a slice of the field; the dashed line is the median.

Clarksville 5K

341
finishers
34:20
median (11:05 /mi)
16:41
winning time
59% / 41%
women / men

Clarksville 5K Ruck

34
finishers
49:22
median (15:55 /mi)
29:51
winning time
76% / 24%
women / men

Aggregated from official results (Bald Eagle Events) for Clarksville Half Marathon & 5K - Run & Ruck. Individual finisher names are not stored here.

How fast do you need to be at Clarksville Half Marathon & 5K - Run & Ruck?

At the 2025 Clarksville Half Marathon, the fastest tenth finished in 1:40:19 or better, the top quarter in 1:52:54, and half the field in 2:08:06; the last tenth came in after 2:44:51.

At the 2025 Clarksville 5K, the fastest tenth finished in 24:55 or better, the top quarter in 28:20, and half the field in 34:20; the last tenth came in after 49:23.

At the 2025 Clarksville 5K Ruck, the fastest tenth finished in 33:54 or better, the top quarter in 41:44, and half the field in 49:22; the last tenth came in after 59:56.

Third place by age group, 2025 Clarksville Half Marathon
AgeWomenMen
Under 20n/a1:55:31
20-291:38:081:33:28
30-391:44:211:16:06
40-491:56:561:26:09
50-592:12:371:52:33
60-692:34:192:02:37

Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.

What would my time get me?

Where a finish time would have placed in 2025.

Finishers by year

Up 22 percent since 2024.

All events combined, from official results.

Clarksville Half Marathon & 5K - Run & Ruck Half Marathon year by year

From 2024 to 2025, the field went from 328 to 376 finishers, and the median time rose from 2:04:53 to 2:08:06.

YearFinishersMedianFastest tenthWinner
2025376 (+15%)2:08:06under 1:40:191:12:54
20243282:04:53under 1:38:471:10:38

From each year's official results for the Half Marathon; virtual options are left out.

How fast is it?

Faster than most Tennessee half marathons

The fastest quarter of the 2025 half marathon field finished under 1:52:54, against 1:56:42 in a typical Tennessee half marathon, so times here run 3 percent faster.

  • 5K: Faster than most Tennessee 5Ks. The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 28:20, against 29:41 in a typical Tennessee 5K, so times here run 5 percent faster.

Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.

Typical race-day weather

Around November 14 the day usually runs from 45°F at dawn to 64°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 25% of days. Cold snaps dip to 29°F and hot years reach 74°F.

Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.

From the race's page

What the organizers of Clarksville Half Marathon & 5K - Run & Ruck cover on their registration page, in brief.

Schedule and packet pickup

Ruck

Ruck half marathon and 5K. Men: 30 lbs. Women: 20 lbs. Weight does not include food or water. Weight must be measured at check-in and check-out. Only weight carried in the ruck/backpack counts - no weight vests. Weight must be dry and…

Schedule and packet pickup

Race Weekend Schedule

RACE WEEKEND SCHEDULE: Tuesday, November 10th, Thursday, November 12th & Friday, November 13, 2026. PACKET PICKUP: Parks and Recreation Office. Tuesday, November 10th | 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Thursday, November 12th | 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM…

Awards

Prize Money

Prize Money. Half Marathon & Half Marathon Ruck. 1st: $1,000. 2nd: $700. 3rd: $500. 5K & 5K Ruck. 1st: $400. 2nd: $250. 3rd: $150. *Ruck & non-ruck races have separate prize money.

Rules and FAQ

Weather Policy

Weather Policy: This event is rain or shine. Please dress appropriately for the weather. In the case of severe weather conditions, such as lightning or other circumstances that pose a risk to participants, the race may be delayed or…

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Race details

Where
102 Public Square, Clarksville, TN 37040Map
Course
Road
Start elevation
About 500 feet
Included with entry
T-Shirt
Distances
5K, Half Marathon
Editions
2026 (Nov 14, 2026), 2025 (Nov 1, 2025), 2024 (Nov 2, 2024)

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Quick answers

When is Clarksville Half Marathon & 5K - Run & Ruck?
Saturday, November 14, 2026, starting at 7:00 AM.
How much does it cost?
Entry starts at $45 before processing fees, and rises to $95 on Oct 1, 2026.
When does registration close?
Online registration closes Nov 14, 2026, unless the race fills first.
Is the entry fee high for Tennessee?
At $85, entry is about 31 percent above a typical half marathon in Tennessee, which costs $65 right now.
Do runners get a shirt or medal?
Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
What distances can I run?
5K, Half Marathon.
How big is it, and how fast?
In 2025, 376 runners finished the Clarksville Half Marathon; the median finish was 2:08:06 and the winner ran 1:12:54.
Is it a fast course?
The fastest quarter of the 2025 half marathon field finished under 1:52:54, against 1:56:42 in a typical Tennessee half marathon, so times here run 3 percent faster.
Where does it start?
102 Public Square, Clarksville, TN 37040.

From the organizers

Clarksville’s signature race returns for its third year. The Clarksville Half Marathon, 5K, and 1-Mile Race takes runners through downtown streets and along a certified course offering scenic city views throughout. Participants can choose their distance, with ruck divisions available for both the half-marathon and 5K. After crossing the finish line, runners are invited to stay for music, photos, and post-race activities at the finish area. Whether you are pursuing a personal goal or running with friends, this event offers a memorable way to experience Clarksville.

NEW ROUTE this year!

Must register before September 30, 2026, to receive your race t-shirt!