Time Travel Half-Marathon/5K/10K - Memphis 2027
- Date
- Sunday, January 3, 2027
- Start time
- 9:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Memphis, Tennessee
- Entry fee
- From $17 · goes up to $36 on Sep 30, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10K | 10K | Jan 3, 20279:00 AM | $32$36 after Sep 30, 2026 | – |
| 1 Mile | 1 Mile | Jan 3, 20279:00 AM | $22 | – |
| 5K | 5K | Jan 3, 20279:00 AM | $32$36 after Sep 30, 2026 | – |
| Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Jan 3, 20279:00 AM | $60$66 after Nov 10, 2026 | – |
| Kid's Dash | Kids | Jan 3, 20279:00 AM | $17 | – |
| Volunteer then Run | – | Jan 3, 20279:00 AM | $17 | 5 |
| VirtualVirtual | – | Jan 3, 20279:00 AM | $42 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 10K fee goes up to $36 on Sep 30, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 10K and 5K: $32 until Sep 30, then $36 until Nov 9, then $40 until Dec 15, then $44 until Jan 2, then $49 until Jan 3.
- 1 Mile: $22 until Jan 3.
- Half Marathon: $60 until Nov 10, then $66 until Dec 15, then $72 until Jan 1, then $78 until Jan 3.
- Kid's Dash and Volunteer then Run: $17 until Jan 3.
Online registration closes Jan 3, 2027, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $60, entry is about the same as a typical half marathon in Tennessee ($65).
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a half marathon in Memphis runs 2:15:16, about 10:19 a mile, based on 4 races with published results. Women typically finish in 2:34:07 and men in 2:05:47.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:07 AM, and the 10K starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 260 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
Shelby Farms - Jones Pond Pavilion, Memphis, TN 38120
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
2026 results
All results (2 years)5K
10K
Half Marathon
Aggregated from official results for Time Travel Half-Marathon/5K/10K - Memphis. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Time Travel Half-Marathon/5K/10K - Memphis?
At the 2026 5K, the fastest tenth finished in 26:09 or better, the top quarter in 28:55, and half the field in 32:11; the last tenth came in after 47:46.
At the 2026 10K, the fastest tenth finished in 49:45 or better, the top quarter in 54:06, and half the field in 1:02:44; the last tenth came in after 1:16:20.
At the 2026 Half Marathon, the fastest tenth finished in 1:46:12 or better, the top quarter in 1:56:33, and half the field in 2:00:43; the last tenth came in after 2:54:40.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | n/a | 28:27 |
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 2026.
Finishers by year
Down 45 percent since 2025.
All events combined, from official results.
Time Travel Half-Marathon/5K/10K - Memphis 5K year by year
From 2025 to 2026, the field went from 55 to 35 finishers, and the median time dropped from 36:06 to 32:11.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 35 (-36%) | 32:11 | under 26:09 | 21:20 |
| 2025 | 55 | 36:06 | under 27:14 | 22:12 |
From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.
How fast is it?
Slower than most Tennessee 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 30:47, against 29:41 in a typical Tennessee 5K, so times here run 4 percent slower.
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 January 3 the day usually runs from 37°F at dawn to 53°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 35% of days. Cold snaps dip to 25°F and hot years reach 70°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 6 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- Shelby Farms - Jones Pond Pavilion, Memphis, TN 38120Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 260 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Kids
- Editions
- 2027 (Jan 3, 2027), 2026 (Jan 4, 2026), 2025 (Jan 5, 2025), 2024 (Jan 21, 2024)
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Quick answers
- When is Time Travel Half-Marathon/5K/10K - Memphis?
- Sunday, January 3, 2027, starting at 9:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $17 before processing fees, and rises to $36 on Sep 30, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Jan 3, 2027, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Tennessee?
- At $60, entry is about the same as a typical half marathon in Tennessee ($65).
- 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.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Kids.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2026, 35 runners finished the 5K; the median finish was 32:11 and the winner ran 21:20.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 30:47, against 29:41 in a typical Tennessee 5K, so times here run 4 percent slower.
- Where does it start?
- Shelby Farms - Jones Pond Pavilion, Memphis, TN 38120.
From the organizers
🚀 Ready, Set... Time Travel! 🕰️
Lace up your sneakers and prepare to dash through the Time Travel Half Marathon (5K/10K) — a family-friendly race that’s truly timeless! Whether you're a future sprinter or a blast-from-the-past jogger, this event is all about fun, fitness, family, and a little bit of funky flair. Costumes encouraged, time machines optional. Let’s run — one epic mile at a time!
*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17!
Half Marathon registration includes a custom bib, super soft tee, awesome finisher medal!
10k registration includes a custom bib, super soft tee, and awesome finisher medal!
5k registration includes a custom bib, a super soft tee, and an awesome finisher medal!