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Rock ‘n’ Roll Nashville Marathon
Race Details:
- Location: Nashville, TN, USA
- Race Date: 04/25/2027
- Race Distances: Full Marathon, Half Marathon
What This Race Counts Toward:
Boston: Yes
World Marathon Majors: Yes
Rock ‘n’ Roll Nashville Marathon Description
The Rock ‘n’ Roll Nashville Marathon tours Music City each April, passing Broadway, Music Row, Nissan Stadium, and stretches along the Cumberland River. The Boston-qualifying course carries rolling hills throughout, offset by live bands, cheer squads, and enthusiastic crowds stationed along the entire route. A half marathon runs alongside the full distance, both part of the Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon Series’ signature music-and-running combination.
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Rock ‘n’ Roll Nashville Marathon Additional Details:
Finisher medals here take their cue from Nashville’s music history, styled after vintage vinyl records rather than a standard disc. After crossing the line, runners pass through a secured finish area where photos, water, and refreshments wait before medals are handed out. Aid stations show up every 1.5 to 2 miles with water, electrolyte drink, and gels at select stops, backed by the Rock ‘n’ Roll series’ trademark live bands and entertainers performing along the entire course. The route itself doubles as a tour of downtown Nashville and Music Row, passing the Tennessee State Capitol, Vanderbilt University, and Centennial Park along the way.
Course Information
Profile: Rolling Hills
Type: Point to Point
Surface: Road/Pavement
Pace Groups: Yes
Time Limit: 6 hours
# of Finishers
Half Marathon: 13,000+
Marathon: 3,500+
Elevation Details
Elevation Gain: 1,000 ft (305 m)
Elevation Loss: 1,000 ft (305 m)
Average Temperature
- Low: 54°F
- High: 76°F
Train Smarter for Race Day
A great race starts long before the starting line. Whether you’re chasing your first finish or hunting a new PR, a structured training plan takes the guesswork out of race prep — building your fitness, your confidence, and your mileage at the right pace for you.
Explore plans for every distance and experience level, from your first 5K to your next ultra.
Things to Do in Nashville, TN, USA
Make the most of race weekend — here’s how to fill the time before and after you cross the finish line.
Zoos, Aquariums & Gardens
Nashville Zoo
See expanding exhibits like the Andean bear trek and Sumatran tiger habitat at the Nashville Zoo — a flat, self-paced walk that’s gentle on recovering legs.
Scenic Drives & Viewpoints
Percy Warner Park
Wander the trails of Percy and Edwin Warner Parks, more than 3,100 acres of green space on the city’s edge — a relaxed, low-impact way to spend a rest day.
Outdoors & Trails
Radnor Lake State Park
Hike one of six trails at Radnor Lake State Park, a 1,200-acre natural area that feels far from the city despite being 30 minutes away — an easy option for tapering or recovering legs.
Arts & Culture
Frist Art Museum
See world-class rotating exhibitions at the Frist Art Museum, housed in a former Art Deco post office — a relaxed, indoor way to spend a taper day.
Sports & Entertainment
Ryman Auditorium
Tour the Ryman Auditorium, the 1892 ‘Mother Church of Country Music’ and former home of the Grand Ole Opry — a relaxed, indoor way to spend an afternoon after race day.
Shopping
Music Row
Browse guitar shops along Nashville’s Guitar Trail in the Music Row district — an easy, flat stroll for a post-race souvenir after race weekend.
Museums & History
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
Explore the history of country music at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in downtown Nashville — an easy, indoor, low-impact stop after race day.
Landmark
Centennial Park
See a full-scale replica of the Parthenon, complete with a statue of Athena, at Centennial Park — an easy, flat, low-impact stop after race weekend.
Food & Drink
Bluebird Café
Catch a songwriter’s round at the Bluebird Café, Nashville’s legendary listening room — a relaxed way to spend an evening after race day.
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