'Kids Rock' returns to Nissan Stadium for rock 'n' roll race day

Young runners will lace up to take over Nissan Stadium on April 26 for Kids Rock, part of the annual Nashville St. Jude Rock 'n' Roll Marathon event.

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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The annual Nashville St. Jude Rock 'n' Roll Marathon and half-marathon event is set to return in 2026, with the popular Kids Rock race taking place at Nissan Stadium on April 26. Kids Rock gives families an opportunity to experience race weekend together and allows young runners to feel the excitement of crossing a finish line.

Why it matters

The Kids Rock event is a beloved part of the Rock 'n' Roll Marathon weekend, providing a fun and accessible way for families to get involved in the festivities and inspire the next generation of runners in the Nashville community.

The details

Kids Rock is a one-mile running event held inside Nissan Stadium as part of the larger Rock 'n' Roll Marathon and half-marathon races. The event allows children of all ages to participate in the excitement of race day, crossing the same finish line as the adult competitors.

  • The 2026 Nashville St. Jude Rock 'n' Roll Marathon and half-marathon will take place on April 26, 2026.
  • The Kids Rock event will be held on that same day, April 26, 2026, at Nissan Stadium.

The players

Nashville St. Jude Rock 'n' Roll Marathon

An annual running event in Nashville, Tennessee that features a full marathon, half-marathon, and other races.

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What’s next

Registration for the 2026 Nashville St. Jude Rock 'n' Roll Marathon, half-marathon, and Kids Rock events will open in the fall of 2025.

The takeaway

The Kids Rock event at the Nashville St. Jude Rock 'n' Roll Marathon continues to be a beloved tradition that brings families together and inspires the next generation of runners in the community.