20th Annual East Nashville Tomato 5K
Sat, Aug 8, 2026, 7:30 AM CDT
- Location
- Nashville, TN
- 600 Woodland St., 37206
- Type
- RUN
Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.
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At a glance
Who it's for
- Masters (40+)
- Walkers Welcome
Masters (40+)
Walkers WelcomeGreat for: walkers, masters runners
Perks & features
- After-Party
- Chip Timed
- Dog-Friendly
- Medal
- Shirt
After-Party
Chip Timed
Dog-Friendly
Medal
ShirtFrom the public listing — confirm on the official site.
Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.
Distances & registration
2 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 1K
Sat, Aug 8, 7:00 AM CDT · From $15.00
Opens Mar 16, 2026, 8:00 PM CDT · Closes Aug 8, 2026, 3:45 AM CDT
- 5K
Sat, Aug 8, 7:30 AM CDT · From $25.00
Opens Mar 16, 2026, 8:00 PM CDT · Closes Mar 18, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
Vibe Check
Steady Effort
Steady EffortRolling road course, warm-day exposure
- Rolling area
- Warm season
Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.
The course
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From the organizer
Saturday, August 8 | Nashville, TN
Kick off Tomato Fest weekend the right way! 🍅 Join us for the 20th Annual East Nashville Tomato 5K at East Park. A certified, chip-timed road race that brings the community together for fitness, fun, and a whole lot of tomato spirit.
The 5K starts at 7:30 AM, with the Kids Fun Run beginning at 7:00 AM. Runners and walkers of all paces are welcome, and the course is stroller- and pet-friendly, so bring the whole crew!
This race has become the traditional kickoff to Tomato Fest festivities, making it one of the most spirited mornings of the summer.
Swag & Awards
All participants receive a race t-shirt and finisher medal.
Awards include:
Top 3 Overall (Male & Female) Top Overall Masters (40+) Top Overall Grand Masters (50+) Top Overall Senior Grand Masters (60+) Top Overall Senior Grand Masters (70+) Tomato-themed costumes are highly encouraged. The more creative, the better!
Post-Race Celebration
After crossing the finish line, enjoy the sights, sounds, and flavors of Tomato Fest with friends, family, and fellow runners.
Registration & Packet Pickup
Early packet pickup: August 7, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM at the Margaret Maddox Family YMCA. Race morning packet pickup: August 8, starting at 6:00 AM at East Park. The 5K is capped at 2,000 participants, so register early to secure your spot. The race benefits the Margaret Maddox Family YMCA, supporting programs that strengthen our East Nashville community.
We’ll see you at the start line! 🍅🏃♂️
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