Half Marathon preteky v blízkosti Mount Juliet

Spooky Sprint Indianapolis is a Halloween-themed running event featuring a 5K, 10K, half marathon, 1-mile race, and Kid’s Dash. It is designed for families and regular runners alike, offering chip timing, live results, awards, and free participant photos for the main race distances. The shorter options allow children to participate easily: the Kid’s Dash is untimed, open to kids 10 and under, and free for children who opt out of the shirt and medal package. Finishers can receive custom bibs, shirts, medals, and post-race treats. A virtual option is also available, enabling participants to run their chosen distance anywhere while still receiving event merchandise.

Tecumseh Trail Challenge Training Runs ponúkajú trailové preteky v Yellowwood State Forest, blízko Nashville, Indiana. Máš na výber trate na 8-mile, half marathon, marathon, 50K a aj 50K štafetu. Tá štafeta je robená pre tímy dvoch až štyroch ľudí a beží sa na 8-mile okruhu. Takto sa to hodí pre nových trailových bežcov, maratóncov, ultrabežcov a skupiny, ktoré si chcú rozdeliť vzdialenosť. Priamo na mieste pretekov je kempovanie v takom festivalovom štýle, a asi míľu ďalej sú aj viac také 'primitívnejšie' kempy. Štartové balíčky si vyzdvihneš a zaregistruješ sa aj neskôr večer pred pretekmi. Preteky sú napojené na Tecumseh Trail, čo je 42-mile pešia trasa v Indiane, ktorú spravuje Hoosier Hikers Council pre turistiku, backpacking a trail running. Trasa začína pri Morgan-Monroe State Forest Headquarters a končí v odľahlom lese v Brown County blízko Monroe Lake. Je tam dosť veľa kopcov, aj keď väčšinou sú menej strmé a menej náročné ako tie na Knobstone Trail. Vďaka tomu je Tecumseh Trail obľúbené tréningové miesto pre bežcov, ktorí hľadajú menej intenzívnu výzvu. Po dobehaní je tam taká kempingová atmosféra s medailami pre finisherov, oceneniami pre vekové kategórie, bezplatným gravírovaním v cieli, živou hudbou, s'mores bufetom, Athletic Brewing pre účastníkov 21 a starších a barom so zemiakovým pyré, kde majú kuraciu rezancovú alebo vegánsku polievku.

The Hops Half Marathon is a 13.1-mile race in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, starting and finishing at Hop Springs Beer Park. This inaugural half marathon has a straightforward plan: complete the distance, return to the beer park, and remain for a family-friendly gathering post-race. The race partners with the A.E. May Foundation, using the motto “Miles with Meaning” to highlight its community-giving mission. While specific course details are not widely available, the event’s character is evident: a local Murfreesboro half marathon associated with Hop Springs, focused on charitable initiatives, and offering an all-day festival environment for participants, their families, and spectators.

The Harpeth Hills Flying Monkey is a deliberately tough 26.2-mile race in Nashville’s Percy Warner Park, designed as the opposite of a flat, fast city marathon. The course is not certified and not a Boston qualifier; the objective is not chasing an official fast time. Runners encounter wooded park roads, steep rolling hills, and over 3,600 feet of climbing with equal descending. The race maintains a minimal production: no bands, cheerleaders, wave starts, or large crowds. Entry is limited via lottery, with some charity spots available, and proceeds benefit Friends of Warner Parks. Its running joke is that it guarantees no personal records, but every finisher receives a “PR” as a Permanent Remembrance for completing a demanding day in the Harpeth Hills.

The Hilly Half begins in Brown County State Park, near Nashville, Indiana, featuring a half marathon, 10K, and 5K. This November road race starts early at 7:00 AM. The name reflects the course, which winds through Brown County's hills, often under cool fall conditions ranging from near freezing to mild. The route crosses a park landscape with woods, ascents, and vistas directly connected to Brown County State Park. The field typically numbers between 100 and 500 participants, giving it a local feel rather than a crowded one. Participants mention helpful volunteers, an attractive route, and a welcoming, familial atmosphere. Now over ten years old, the event includes a traditional finish line setup: music, hot soup served by Abe Martin Lodge & Rafters, breadsticks, beer from Quaff ON! Brewing Co., bonfires, and a post-race gathering following the challenging morning on the hills.

Turkey Trails - Memphis is a Thanksgiving-themed running event held annually, offering a 5K, 10K, half marathon, 1-mile run, and a Kid's Dash for those 10 and under. The 5K, 10K, and half marathon are timed races featuring chip timing, live results, and awards. The 1-mile run and Kid's Dash are untimed, providing a more casual experience. The event encourages family participation, with reduced pricing for youth in the 5K and 10K. Children not opting for the shirt and medal package can participate in the Kid's Dash for free. Participants receive a custom bib, a designer shirt, and a finisher medal. The finish area includes complimentary photos and refreshments. A virtual option is also available for those who prefer to run independently while still receiving the event's merchandise.