Ryan Burnett Memorial 5K 2026 — Cookeville, TN

Date
September 19, 2026
Location
Cookeville, TN
Venue
497 Whiteaker Springs Rd
Start Time
7:00 AM
Entry Fee
$30.00
Events
Ryan Burnett Memorial 5K
Includes
T-Shirt
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The Ryan Burnett Memorial 5K takes place at 497 Whiteaker Springs Rd in Cookeville, Tennessee on September 19, 2026. This 5K running event starts at 7:00 AM with an entry fee of $30.00. The early morning start time is typical for road races in the region and allows runners to complete their race before the day heats up. Cookeville offers standard small-town race logistics, and the Whiteaker Springs Road location provides a straightforward venue for participants traveling to the event. Whether you're a local runner or traveling into Middle Tennessee for the race, plan to arrive early for parking and registration at this memorial event.

From the Race Organizer
The Annual Ryan Burnett Memorial 5K will be held on September 19th, 2026 at 7:00 am, at the Cookeville Cross Country Facility at 497 Whiteaker Springs Road, Cookeville, Tennessee. Pick up for race T-shirts and packets is available Friday, September 18th from 4:30 PM until 6:30 PM and Saturday, September 19th from 6:15 AM until 7 AM at the Cookeville Cross Country Pavilion. We can't wait to see you there! Register by September 1st, 2026 for a guaranteed t-shirt. Challenge yourself and others with a 3.1 mile race to the finish over paved roads, around the track, and then onto the Cookeville Cavaliers Cross Country team beautiful grass course. Door Prizes! Awards! A 5K unlike any other! Due to the fundraising nature of this event, we will not be able to process refunds once a registration has been completed. Timeline: 7:00am Community 5K 9:00am MS Girls Race 9:30am MS Boys Race 10:00am HS Girls Race 10:40am HS Boys Race

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Ryan Burnett Memorial 5K 2026 — Cookeville, TN?

Ryan Burnett Memorial 5K 2026 — Cookeville, TN takes place on September 19, 2026. The race is held in Cookeville, Tennessee.

Where is Ryan Burnett Memorial 5K 2026 — Cookeville, TN held?

Ryan Burnett Memorial 5K 2026 — Cookeville, TN is held at 497 Whiteaker Springs Rd in Cookeville, Tennessee.

Where can I find hotels near Ryan Burnett Memorial 5K 2026 — Cookeville, TN?

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