KiDS ROCK Returns to Nashville Race Weekend April 26, 2026
KiDS ROCK Series Provides a Free, Fun and Easy-To-Use Training Guide
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — March 3, 2026–Young runners will take center stage Sunday, April 26, 2026, when the KiDS ROCK returns to Nissan Stadium as part of Nashville’s annual race weekend. The family-focused event welcomes participants ages 0–14 for an afternoon of movement, music and finish-line celebration.
“KiDS ROCK gives families an opportunity to experience race weekend together and allows kids to feel the excitement of crossing a finish line,” said Adam Zocks, race director of the Rock ’n’ Roll Running Series Nashville. “We love seeing the confidence it builds in young participants and the energy they bring to the day.”
Sunday’s schedule at Nissan Stadium includes multiple family-friendly events:
- 12 p.m. — Doggie Dash
- 12:30 p.m. — 1 Mile races
- 1 p.m. — KiDS ROCK
KiDS ROCK is a non-timed event designed to introduce children of all abilities to the excitement of race day in a safe and energetic environment. Multiple distance options allow kids to participate at an age-appropriate level while experiencing the atmosphere of a major race weekend.
KiDS ROCK race distances include:
- Diaper Dash — 26.2-foot crawl for the youngest participants
- Toddler Trot — approximately 80-foot run for ages 1–3
- Half-mile — for ages 3–8
- One-mile — for ages 5–14
Each registered participant receives an official race bib, commemorative KiDS ROCK T-shirt, finisher medal and post-race refreshments. Music and entertainment will create a high-energy environment as families gather to cheer on their young athletes.
The KiDS ROCK series has provided a free, fun, and easy-to-use Training Guide to help runners of all abilities complete their first marathon. The goal of the program is to empower kids to choose a healthy lifestyle and to reduce childhood obesity. By participating in this program, you’ll join kids all across the United States to complete a running program to get ready for your KiDS ROCK event.
At the end of the program, you will run in one fantastic final mile, specially designed for you, which when added to your training equals at least 26.2 miles –a marathon!
Parents or guardians must accompany participants to ensure a safe and supportive race experience. For safety reasons, strollers, pets and wheeled devices are not permitted on the course.
Registration is open, and families are encouraged to sign up early as space is limited.
For more information or to register, visit HERE
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About Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series
Established in 1998, the Rock ‘n’ Roll® Running Series’ simple idea of making running fun has transformed both the U.S. and global running landscape by infusing the course with live bands, cheer teams, and entertaining water stations, creating a block-party atmosphere for participants and spectators alike. Focused on running, music and community, race weekends kick off with a free Health & Fitness Expo showcasing the latest in running gear, sports apparel, health and nutritional information and much more. Events culminate with an Encore Entertainment experience featuring eclectic musical artists from a variety of genres. Further information about the Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series can be found online at www.RunRocknRoll.com and follow @RunRocknRoll on all social platforms.
About The IRONMAN Group
The IRONMAN Group is the world’s largest operator of participation sports with a portfolio of brands, events, media, partners, merchandise, and digital platforms operating in over 50 countries worldwide. A global portfolio consisting of hundreds of events includes the IRONMAN® Triathlon Series, the IRONMAN® 70.3® Triathlon Series, 5150™ Triathlon Series, IRONKIDS®, premier running events including the Rock ‘n’ Roll® Running Series and City2Surf®, the UTMB® World Series of trail running, the Epic Series™ of mountain biking including the Absa Cape Epic®, and a collection of road cycling and other multisport races. Since the inception of the iconic IRONMAN® brand and its first event in 1978, millions of athletes have proven that ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE® by crossing finish lines around the world. From its beginnings as a single race among friends in Hawai’i, The IRONMAN Group has become a global sensation and collection of high-growth lifestyle brands that inspire people to unlock their potential in life. For more information, visit www.ironman.com/about-ironman-group.
