The First Finish Invitational
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When is The First Finish Invitational?
The First Finish Invitational takes place on Saturday, January 23, 2027 in Hendersonville, TN.
What distances does The First Finish Invitational offer?
The First Finish Invitational offers 4 events: 5K RUN, 10K RUN, HALF MARATHON, VIRTUAL RUN.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5K RUN | 3.1 mi | $35.00 | Register |
| 10K RUN | 6.2 mi | $45.00 | Register |
| HALF MARATHON | 13.1 mi | $65.00 | Register |
| VIRTUAL RUN | — | $50.00 | Register |
How much does The First Finish Invitational cost?
Registration for The First Finish Invitational starts at $100.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is The First Finish Invitational held?
The First Finish Invitational is held in Hendersonville, TN at 144 Scotch Street.
About The First Finish Invitational
YOUR FIRST FINISH OF 2027 STARTS HERE.
A new year brings new goals, new challenges, and a new opportunity to discover what you're capable of.
The First Finish Invitational brings runners from across Middle Tennessee together for an early-season 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon built around one simple idea:
Before you chase everything you want to accomplish this year, earn your first finish.
Whether you're chasing a PR, stepping up to a new distance, returning to running, walking your first 5K, or simply looking for a reason to start the year moving forward, there is a starting line here for you.
Choose your challenge — 5K, 10K, or 13.1 miles — and join us Saturday, January 23, 2027 for a winter race experience designed for competitive runners, first-time racers, families, run clubs, walkers, and everyone in between.
YOUR RACE.
YOUR GOAL.
YOUR FIRST FINISH.
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PARTICIPANTS CAN LOOK FORWARD TO:
Professionally chip-timed 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon events
Custom First Finish Invitational finisher medal
Official race shirt
Professional race photography
Overall and age-group awards
On-course hydration and support
Post-race refreshments
Finish-line celebration
A welcoming race environment for a wide range of experience levels
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The calendar changes on January 1.
The year becomes yours when you decide what you're going to do with it.
Join Finish Line Society for the inaugural First Finish Invitational and make your first finish of 2027 one worth remembering.
THE FINISH LINE IS ONLY THE BEGINNING.
Swag & Giveaways
5K RUN: THE FIRST FINISH INVITATIONAL RACE SHIRT
10K RUN: THE FIRST FINISH INVITATIONAL RACE SHIRT
HALF MARATHON: THE FIRST FINISH INVITATIONAL RACE SHIRT
VIRTUAL RUN: THE FIRST FINISH INVITATIONAL RACE SHIRT
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