Hotels Near Top Gun Night Run 6k 2026 — Smyrna, TN Sep 2026

Date

September 11, 2026

Location

Smyrna, TN

Venue

100 Sam Ridley Pkwy East

Start Time

7:30 PM

Entry Fee

$50.00 – $100.00

Events

Top Gun Night Run 6k, Top Gun Night Run 6k Commitment Sponsor Registration

Includes

Dri Fit T Shirt & Finisher Medal

The Top Gun Night Run 6K starts at 7:30 PM on September 11, 2026, in Smyrna, Tennessee, making it convenient for travelers who don't need to arrive early in the morning. The single 6K distance suits runners looking for a solid mid-distance effort without the commitment of a longer race. Located at 100 Sam Ridley Parkway East, the event falls in the $50–$100 entry price range. If your travel plans shift or scheduling becomes uncertain, the race offers a virtual participation option, giving you flexibility to complete the 6K on your own timeline. This race is ideal for runners who prefer evening events and want a straightforward, single-distance option.

From the Race Organizer

The Capt. Jeff Kuss USMC Memorial hosts the annual Top Gun Night Run 6k on Friday, September 11 at 7:30 p.m. in Lee Victory Recreation Park in Smyrna. The 3.7 mile course includes the Smyrna/Rutherford County Airport and Smyrna Municipal golf course with the finish line at the memorial. Spectators and runners will enjoy live music and vendors in the park. The run will be chip-timed and USATF certified and limited to only 650 participants. On June 2, 2016, our nation was deeply impacted by the plane crash of USMC Captain Jeff Kuss during the US Navy Blue Angels performance at the Great Tennessee Air Show, in Smyrna. Following this tragedy, the Smyrna community and Blue Angels fans around the country mourned and showed an outpouring of support for the Kuss Family. Town of Smyrna officials called upon the community to help establish a living memorial in tribute to the life, honorable service, and high ideals exhibited by Captain Kuss. The illuminated memorial is located in Smyrna’s Lee Victory Park along the beautiful greenway across from the Smyrna/Rutherford County Airport. As centerpiece to the memorial, the National Naval Aviation Museum has generously provided, on permanent loan to the Town of Smyrna, recently retired Blue Angel F/A-18 Hornet aircraft, BUNO 163498, which depicts Captain Kuss’ plane number 6. Proceeds from the annual Top Gun Night Run 6k are applied directly to ongoing maintenance and upkeep of the Captain Jeff Kuss USMC Memorial in addition to funding the Memorial Scholarship created in 2023.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Top Gun Night Run 6k 2026 — Smyrna, TN?

Top Gun Night Run 6k 2026 — Smyrna, TN takes place on September 11, 2026. The race is held in Smyrna, Tennessee.

Where is Top Gun Night Run 6k 2026 — Smyrna, TN held?

Top Gun Night Run 6k 2026 — Smyrna, TN is held at 100 Sam Ridley Pkwy East in Smyrna, Tennessee.

Where can I find hotels near Top Gun Night Run 6k 2026 — Smyrna, TN?

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