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Pirate 5K, & 10K at Knoxville, TN (17)

Sat, Apr 25, 2026, 8:30 AM EDT

Location
Knoxville, TN
1807 Adair Dr, 37918
Type
RUN
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At a glance

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Embrace your inner pirate for a fun 5K or 10K run in Knoxville, featuring an out-and-back course and a best costume award.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky

Great for: casual, fun-first runners, runners who like a competitive edge

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

Set sail for a unique running experience at the Pirate 5K & 10K in Knoxville, TN. This event invites runners to embrace a playful pirate theme, complete with a best costume award. Participants will navigate an out-and-back course, earning finisher medals upon completion. Whether you are aiming for a personal best or simply enjoying the themed atmosphere, this race offers a distinctive way to enjoy a morning run.

What to expect

  • Run an out-and-back course on rolling terrain.
  • Earn a finisher medal to commemorate your achievement.
  • Show off your best pirate attire for a chance to win the costume award.

Standout details

  • Pirate-themed event
  • Best costume award
  • Finisher medals
  • Series points available

Perks & features

  • Medal

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Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 5K

    Sat, Apr 25, 8:30 AM EDT · From $33.80

    Opens Apr 1, 2022, 11:18 AM EDT · Closes Apr 25, 2026, 4:30 AM EDT

  • 10K

    Sat, Apr 25, 8:30 AM EDT · From $49.70

    Opens Apr 15, 2022, 11:18 AM EDT · Closes Apr 25, 2026, 4:30 AM EDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

  • Rolling area

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

  • Rolling
  • Timed race
From the organizer

Race Information The race starts at 8:30 AM. Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts. All runners must register on RunSignup. No on-site registration.

Additional Information The start is next to the Knoxville Parks & Recreation building. https://maps.app.goo.gl/A5cN65PTTCfCiPwV6

5K & 10K Course (0.78M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6623475064 The course is an out-and-back (1.56M) The 5K does the out-and-back two times. The 10K does the out-and-back four times.

Course Time Limit 2 hours and 00 minutes.

Finisher Medals https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php

Shirt and Gear Shop https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php

Best Costume https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php

Series Points https://usroadrunning.com/S.php

Awards https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php

Frequently Asked Questions and Information https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php

US Road Running https://usroadrunning.com

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