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The Whiskey Run

The Whiskey Run, Nashville
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Road runs in United States, Nashville

Distances

  • Running

    Half Marathon

    21.1 km

    Start: Sep 22, 07:30 AM

  • Running

    10K

    10 km

    Start: 08:00 AM

  • Running

    5K

    5 km

    Start: 08:00 AM

About

The Whiskey Run is a scenic running event in Nashville, TN, featuring a half marathon, 10K, and 5K on a mostly flat, fast course along the Cumberland River with timed aid stations and a post-finish whiskey sampling.

Catering & aid stations

Aid stations stocked with GU, water, and Gatorade. Bananas and donuts provided at the finish line. Additional on-course nutrition and hydration available at stations roughly every 1.5–2 miles.

Pacers

Pacers will be provided for the half marathon, with assigned start waves and pacer flags noted on the race-day schedule (Renntag für Laufende). Aim to meet your target pacer at the start line in the 6:00–7:30 am registration window; pacers run the full half-marathon course.

Surface mix

  • 100% asphalt

Typical weather in Nashville

Monthly averages based on historical data (2000–present).

Jan47°31°
06:58
16:56
Feb51°34°
06:36
17:28
Mar61°41°
06:58
18:55
Apr69°50°
06:14
19:21
May78°59°
05:42
19:47
Jun86°68°
05:30
20:07
Jul89°71°
05:42
20:05
Aug88°71°
06:07
19:38
Sep82°64°
06:31
18:55
Oct72°53°
06:55
18:12
Nov59°42°
06:25
16:40
Dec50°35°
06:52
16:35

Weather data by Open-Meteo

Route maps

What's included in entry

  • Event entry
  • Electronic timing and scoring
  • Race medal
  • Event T-shirt
  • Whiskey sampling at finish

FAQ

What are the age groups?

19 and under; 20–24; 25–29; 30–34; 35–39; 40–44; 45–49; 50–54; 55–59; 60–64; 65–69; 70+.

Can I switch my distance on race day?

On race day, notify the head timer at the finish line before starting your new distance. Pre-event changes: email jay@sceniccitymultisport.com or handle it at packet pickup.

Is there gear check?

No gear check is available. Parking is convenient to the start/finish line.

Are there restrooms and porta-potties?

Yes. Bathroom facilities are available at the finish line and porta-potties are located at three other course locations near aid stations.

Last updated: Jun 5, 2026, 11:43:38 PM

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