Needlink Nashville's
43rd Annual 5K
Rudolph's Red Nose Run 2024
This family-friendly, pet-friendly event is perfect for runners and walkers of all ages. Whether you want to set a new personal record or take home a prize for best costume, you can cross the finish line knowing that you’re helping families stay warm this winter.
- Coffee and breakfast sandwiches after the race, with live music!
- Activities for children including face painting and, of course, an appearance by Rudolph!
Saturday, December 14, 2024
Race starts at 9:00 a.m.
Shelby Park
Registration opens at 7:30 a.m.
All proceeds from the race benefit
As temperatures drop and housing costs continue to rise, thousands of our neighbors worry about having their utilities cut off or becoming homeless.
Together, we can help. Register today and enjoy this fun holiday event so that when families, seniors, or other neighbors face an unexpected financial crisis, NeedLink will be there to provide emergency financial assistance and help them stay warm and safe in their homes.
You can learn more about what we do at www.needlink.org/about.
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
5K Run/Walk
Registration closes in 11 days 1 hour-
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$34.09
Family Discounts Available! Buy 2 and get $5 off each additional entry in your shopping cart.
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$28.74
Christmas in JULY!
Jul 1 – Jul 31 -
$34.09
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Register for 5K Run/Walk$44.79
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Virtual 5K
Registration closes in 11 days 1 hour-
Not able to join us in person?
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$34.09
Family Discounts Available! Buy 2 and get $5 off each additional entry in your shopping cart.
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$28.74
Christmas in JULY!
Jul 1 – Jul 31 -
$34.09
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Register for Virtual 5K$44.79
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Course Map
Schedule of Events / Packet Pickup
Schedule of Events
Friday, December 13 Pre-Race Packet Pickup
4:00pm - 7:00pm
New Heights Brewing
928 Rep. John Lewis Way S, Nashville, TN 37203
Saturday, December 14 (race day)
Shelby Park Events Lawn
Shelby Park Greenway
Nashville, TN 37206
7:30am Packet Pick Up, Bib Number pick up and Registration Opens at Event Site
8:50am Runners make their way to starting line
8:55am Last minute race instructions and recognition of race sponsors
9:00am Registration Ends
9:00am Race Starts Promptly
9:15am Entertainment and Post Race Party Begins
9:45am Awards Ceremony
THINGS TO EXPECT ON RACE DAY
- Wear Your Merry Best for Rudolph's Costume Contest
- Holiday-themed goodies and snacks will be provided after the race
- Strollers are asked to line up at the very back of the race pack to avoid injuries
- Rudolph will be there on race day for pictures
- Dog area and dog costume contest
Packet Pick Up Tips:
- You MUST register online. Online registration will be available until the race starts.
- You may pick up packets for your other friends, all you will need to know is their date of birth.
Contact information
- Event contact
- Start 2 Finish Event Management
- s2finfo@s2fevents.com
