Country Music Marathon & 1/2 Marathon

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Start Times:

  • Wheelchair Invitational: 6:45 am
  • Marathon & 1/2 Marathon: 7:00 am

General Race Info

The 10th annual Country Music Marathon & 1/2 Marathon will start in Centennial Park and run through Nashville's most scenic sights.

50 bands on 28 entertainment stages and hundreds of high school cheerleaders will entertain runners, walkers and spectators alike. Country, rock, jazz, blues, swing and more will pulsate every mile on the course.

Music will continue into the night as the Sommet Center in downtown Nashville will host an incredible post-race concert. Past performers include Sara Evans, Martina McBride, Jo Dee Messina, Diamond Rio, Brad Paisley and Phil Vassar.

For a more detailed look at event specifics, including future dates, current race demographics, and other quick facts, a downloadable version is available below.

Download Event Quick Facts (193KB PDF*)

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Chronotrak Timing System

State of the art ChronoTrack systems will be used to record participants’ times at the start, at certain splits along the course and at the finish. The ChronoTrack system uses a disposable tag, called a D Tag, which allows you to walk away from the finish without the need to have your tag collected.

The ChronoTrack timing tag (D Tag) will be attached to your race bib.  The D Tag will be labeled with a number that matches your race number.  When you pick up your bib, please make sure these numbers match, and also verify that YOUR name is printed on the bib you are issued*.  Proceed to the Solutions Table if any of the information is incorrect.   
Prior to the race, you must remove the tag from your number and attach it to your shoe.  Please follow the instructions provided in your registration packet.

PLEASE NOTE: All participants in this race must wear the ChronoTrack timing tag on your shoe in order to have their times recorded. ChampionChip timing equipment will NOT be used at this race; ChampionChip timing chips will NOT record your time.   
*If you register for the race before online registration closes (midnight, March 29, 2009), your race bib should have your name printed on it.

Visit chronotrack.com for more information.

Printable ChronoTrack systems instructions

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The Start Line (Located at Centennial Park)

  • Start Corral
    The corral system assures a smooth start. All participants will be assigned a corral based on their projected finishing time with the fastest runners assigned to the lowest numbers.
  • Corral Changes
    A corral change is only necessary when moving closer to the start line, i.e. a faster finish time. All corral changes must be taken care of at the Health & Fitness Expo; no corral changes will be allowed race morning.
  • Gear Check
    On race morning, if you have any gear that you don’t want to run with but need when you finish, check it into the Gear Check area at the start. Just affix your personalized mailing label to your Gear Bag and drop if off before you run. Your gear will be waiting for you at the finish!

The Finish Line (Located at LP Field)

The Country Music Marathon & ½ Marathon will finish at LP Field with a beautiful view of downtown Nashville. Participants receive a mylar blanket, finisher's medal and plenty of food and refreshments. Meet up with family and friends at the family reunion area and then check out the finish line music and other festivities.

  • Finish Line Festival
    A rockin post-party awaits you after you cross the finish line. Celebrate your race with more refreshments and entertainment in the finish line Pavilion. Can you handle even more music? Live bands jam on the finish line stage to get you ready for the night's Downtown Post Race Concert at the Sommet Center.
  • Finish Line Photos
    Official photographs and video will be taken along the course and at the finish line by Action Sports International. Keep your race number uncovered and in clear view or it may be impossible to identify your photograph. Plan to stop your watch a few seconds after crossing the finish line. Action Sports International will email proofs of your photograph with ordering information within one week after the marathon. The video will be a highlight tape of the marathon which will include shots of you as you approach and cross the Finish Line.
  • Gear Check
    All Gear Bags checked at the start line will be waiting for you at the finish line. Look for the trucks located in Lot K at LP Field. All bags must be reclaimed by 3:00 pm. Please do not leave valuables, cash or jewelry in the Gear bags.

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