Run Toward the Future 5K
About this race
2026 INFORMATION COMING SOON
Ready - Set - Run Towards the Future!
Join the Oher Foundation on Saturday, September 27 for our 2nd Annual Run Towards the Future 5K, a community event where every step makes a difference.
Founded by NFL Super Bowl champion and best-selling author Michael Oher, the Oher Foundation empowers underprivileged youth with the resources, mentorship, and support they need to pursue their dreams. By participating in this race, you're helping young people in our community move toward a brighter, stronger future.
Event Highlights:
- 5K Run/Walk, open to all ages and fitness levels
- Race t-shirt
- Finisher medal
- Drawstring bag
- Sponsor goodies and fun for the whole family
- All proceeds benefit youth through the Oher Foundation
Together, we can Run Towards the Future, one step at a time.
Race Information:
- Date: Saturday, September 27
- Location: Edwin Warner Park
- Start Time: 8:00 AM
Packet Pickup:
All participants are required to pick up their race packet containing their bib number and participant shirt prior to the race.
Early Packet Pickup:For your convenience, an early packet pick-up will take place on Friday, September 26 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Fleet Feet Brentwood, 330 Franklin Rd Suite 262B Brentwood, TN 37027. Stop by during that time to grab your race materials and take advantage of a special in-store offer—$10 off a $50 purchase during packet pick-up hours.
We strongly encourage participants to pick up their race packets prior to race day to make race morning go as smoothly as possible and avoid long lines on race morning.
Race Day Packet Pickup: Packet pickup will be available near the start line starting at 7:00 AM on race morning for those who do not pick up their packets in advance. If you are planning to pick up on race morning, early arrival is highly recommended to avoid potential start delays.
Finisher Medals & Awards:
All participants of the Run Toward the Future 5K will receive a commemorative finisher's medal! Awards will also be given to the Top 3 Male and Female Finishers.
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About Michael Oher
Michael Oher, Founder of the Oher Foundation, is a heartfelt storyteller, #1 Draft pick and NFL Super Bowl Champion who is dedicating his life to making a difference in the lives of kids who need it most. As someone who has personal experience with facing the adversities created by the seemingly inescapable cycles of poverty and homelessness, Michael is choosing to take a stand for the socio-economically disadvantaged youth who are so often overlooked and forgotten.
About the Oher Foundation
The Oher Foundation is dedicated to providing resources and support to underprivileged youth in our community. The Oher Foundation intends to empower socio-economically disadvantaged youth by providing them the opportunities and support they need to overcome poverty through education, mentorship, and community.
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Typical race-day weather
Based on 7 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Nashville, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 6:38 AM and sets at 6:38 PM local time (CDT) in Nashville on September 26, 2026 — 11h 59m of daylight.
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