The Full Belly is a fun and competitive race benefiting Shelby Park and Bottoms and raising money for neighbors in need during the holiday season.
Join us the Saturday after Thanksgiving for the timed 5K race, the all-ages Fun Run (or walk) around Lake Sevier.
FULL BELLY FUN RUN
Fun Run begins at 8:30 am
Join us at 8:20 AM for a fun pre-race stretch with Terry the Turkey to get you warmed up and ready to go! Whether you're gearing up for a competitive run or a leisurely walk, you'll have the chance to enjoy the scenic beauty of Lake Sevier as you move at your own pace. It's the perfect way to kick off the race and get into the festive spirit!
The Full Belly Fun Run is fun for all ages and abilities!
FULL BELLY 5K
Race begins at 9:00 am
The Full Belly Race offers a scenic route through Shelby Park and Shelby Bottoms, starting and finishing at Lake Sevier. You'll enjoy a mix of paved paths and tree-lined trails, perfect for competitive runners or those looking to take in the beauty of Nashville’s green spaces.
Run the virtual Full Belly anytime from Wednesday, Nov. 25 through Sunday, November 29.
*Cancellation/Refunds: Unfortunately, we cannot offer a refund for this event. Since the Full Belly 5K is a charity race with 100% of the proceeds going to the Shelby Park and Bottoms and East Nashville neighbors in need, all sales are final.
TEAM CHALLENGE
Register as a team of 4 or more to get $5 off registration
Register a team of 10 or more people, and we will donate 10 pounds of produce and an additional $50 to the Martha O'Bryan food bank.
Grab your partner, friends, neighbors, kids, and neighbors' kids, and meet us in the park!
PRIZES
The list of prizes is growing for winners in the following categories
Male and Female first, second, and third place
Top three males and females in multiple age groups
Largest Team
Fastest Team
Youngest Team
Oldest Team
The team donating the most money to Martha O'Bryan
Support the Park and Neighbors in Need
Friends of Shelby is collecting cash donations during race registration as well as nonperishable goods during packet pick up. All donations will go to the Martha O'Bryan Food Bank. Please consider supporting neighbors in need this holiday season.
Friends of Shelby Park and Bottoms is a community-based nonprofit with a mission to preserve, enhance and promote Shelby Park and Bottoms for everyone to appreciate and protect. We are committed to creating a world-class park where everyone is welcome. In 2020 we’ve increased our impact in the park and our advocacy in the community – learn more about what we’re up to and all the benefits of Shelby Park and Bottoms.
The Martha O'Bryan Center is an anti-poverty non-profit organization with longstanding history and deep community roots, founded in 1894. Donations made in addition to race registration will be donated directly to Martha O'Bryan for use in their food bank and other household needs. Friends of Shelby will also be collecting food and household goods for MOB during packet pickup and on race day
RACE SWAG AND PACKET PICKUP
Registration includes one long-sleeve race t-shirt, plus other fun goodies from local businesses. The registration deadline to be guaranteed a shirt on race day is November 11.
Shirts can be picked up on race morning or ahead of race day on Saturday, November 22 between 10 am and 12 pm and Monday, November 24 between 5 and 7 pm at the Shelby Park Community Center - 401 S 20th Street.
Pick Up/Give Back!
When you come - race day or ahead of time - be sure to bring donations for those in need this holiday season. We'll be accepting:
- household items like cleaning supplies, toilet paper, paper towels, diapers and pull-ups
- food including milk, eggs, bread, boxed meals, frozen meals, pasta, meal kits, juice boxes, and snacks for kids
- baby clothes
- winter gear for children sizes 3T-Large including winter coats, gloves/mittens, hats, scarves and earmuffs
*If you register after the 11th, shirts will be distributed on a first-come-first-served basis.
THANK YOU TO OUR 2026 RACE SPONSORS
Shelby Race Series is presented by
