5K Love Run
- Date Sat 28th February 2026
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Norris, Tennessee
- Price $22.45 - $33.05
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 5K Love Run, taking place on Saturday, February 28, 2026, in the picturesque town of Norris, Tennessee! Hosted by the Child Advocacy Center of Anderson County, this heartwarming event aims to support local children in need. Participants can enjoy a timed 5K run starting at 9:00 AM at Norris Middle School, with a beautiful USATF certified course. For those who prefer a flexible option, a virtual run is available from February 14 to March 1, allowing runners to choose their own course while tracking their distance and time with the RaceJoy app.
This family-friendly event promises a fun atmosphere, complete with hot chocolate for all participants post-race. Awards will be given to the top finishers in various age groups, ensuring everyone has a chance to shine. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to give back to the community, the 5K Love Run is the perfect way to spend a day in support of a great cause while enjoying the beautiful outdoors! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a difference and create lasting memories.
This family-friendly event promises a fun atmosphere, complete with hot chocolate for all participants post-race. Awards will be given to the top finishers in various age groups, ensuring everyone has a chance to shine. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to give back to the community, the 5K Love Run is the perfect way to spend a day in support of a great cause while enjoying the beautiful outdoors! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a difference and create lasting memories.
Organiser's Description
ON SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2026 THE CHILD ADVOCACY CENTER OF ANDERSON COUNTY TENNESSEE IS HOSTING A 5K LOVE RUN IN BEAUTIFUL NORRIS, TENNESSEE. THIS RACE WILL BENEFIT THE CHILDREN IN THE ANDERSON COUNTY AREA.
CHILDREN'S ADVOCACY CENTERS (CACS) COORDINATE THE INVESTIGATION, TREATMENT, AND PROSECUTION OF CHILD ABUSE CASES CARRIED OUT BY MULTIDISCIPLINARY TEAMS OF PROFESSIONALS IN LAW ENFORCEMENT AND PROSECUTION, CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES (CPS), VICTIM ADVOCACY SERVICES, AND MEDICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES.
THE RACE WILL OFFER A RUN ANYWHERE VIRTUAL RUN FROM 12:00 AM FEBRUARY 14, 2026 TO 11.:59 PM MARCH 1, 2026. DURING THAT TIME FRAME, PARTICIPANTS IN THIS EVENT WILL BE ABLE TO RUN THE 5K DISTANCE ON THE ANY COURSE THAT THEY CHOOSE. THE RACEJOY PHONE APPLICATION WILL BE AVAILABLE TO THE PARTICIPANTS TO MONITOR THEIR DISTANCE RAN AND TIME USED TO COVER THE 5K DISTANCE.
THIS EVENT WILL PROVIDE THE RACEJOY APPLICATION TO THE PARTICIPANTS IN THE VIRTUAL EVENT AND THE TIME EVENT. INFORMATION ABOUT THE RACEJOY APPLICATION SETUP AND USE IS DISPLAYED ON THE HOMEPAGE OF THE ONLINE REGISTRATION SITE.
This is being timed by https://www.totalracesolutions.com/ and will be a Run and See Series Event
The race will start at 9:00 am at Norris Middle School. Sun Shine, Rain or Snow; You never know.
FOLLOWING THE RACE THERE WILL BE AN ABUNDANCE OF HOT CHOCOLATE FOR THE YOUNG AND FOR THE YOUNG ONES TRAPPED IN ADULT BODIES.
All pre-registered runners are guaranteed a race day event T-Shirt; we do anticipate being able to provide a shirt to all participants.
There will be three aid & water stations on the 5K route.
AGE GROUPS AND AWARDS:
The Top Two Male and Female Finishers in the 5K timed event and the Top Male and Female Finishers in the 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk will be awarded an Overall Award and will not be eligible for a age group award.
Individual Awards
_THE TOP 3 FINISHERS _per the following age groups for male and female (10 & under, 11-13, 14-16, 17-19, 20-22, 23-25, 26-29, 30-33, 34-37, 38-41, 42-45, 46-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 & up).
_TEAM AWARDS __WILL BE GIVEN __TO THE WINNER OF EACH TEAM CATEGORY_
RACE STARTS AND ENDS IN FRONT OF NORRIS MIDDLE SCHOOL IN NORRIS, TN
USATF CERTIFIED COURSE NUMBER TN24038MS.
PRE-RACE EARLY PACKET PICK-UP IS ON THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2026 FROM 11AM 6PM AT FLEET FEET IN KNOXVILLE, 11619 PARKSIDE DR., KNOXVILLE, TN 37934
CHILDREN'S ADVOCACY CENTERS (CACS) COORDINATE THE INVESTIGATION, TREATMENT, AND PROSECUTION OF CHILD ABUSE CASES CARRIED OUT BY MULTIDISCIPLINARY TEAMS OF PROFESSIONALS IN LAW ENFORCEMENT AND PROSECUTION, CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES (CPS), VICTIM ADVOCACY SERVICES, AND MEDICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES.
THE RACE WILL OFFER A RUN ANYWHERE VIRTUAL RUN FROM 12:00 AM FEBRUARY 14, 2026 TO 11.:59 PM MARCH 1, 2026. DURING THAT TIME FRAME, PARTICIPANTS IN THIS EVENT WILL BE ABLE TO RUN THE 5K DISTANCE ON THE ANY COURSE THAT THEY CHOOSE. THE RACEJOY PHONE APPLICATION WILL BE AVAILABLE TO THE PARTICIPANTS TO MONITOR THEIR DISTANCE RAN AND TIME USED TO COVER THE 5K DISTANCE.
THIS EVENT WILL PROVIDE THE RACEJOY APPLICATION TO THE PARTICIPANTS IN THE VIRTUAL EVENT AND THE TIME EVENT. INFORMATION ABOUT THE RACEJOY APPLICATION SETUP AND USE IS DISPLAYED ON THE HOMEPAGE OF THE ONLINE REGISTRATION SITE.
This is being timed by https://www.totalracesolutions.com/ and will be a Run and See Series Event
The race will start at 9:00 am at Norris Middle School. Sun Shine, Rain or Snow; You never know.
FOLLOWING THE RACE THERE WILL BE AN ABUNDANCE OF HOT CHOCOLATE FOR THE YOUNG AND FOR THE YOUNG ONES TRAPPED IN ADULT BODIES.
All pre-registered runners are guaranteed a race day event T-Shirt; we do anticipate being able to provide a shirt to all participants.
There will be three aid & water stations on the 5K route.
AGE GROUPS AND AWARDS:
The Top Two Male and Female Finishers in the 5K timed event and the Top Male and Female Finishers in the 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk will be awarded an Overall Award and will not be eligible for a age group award.
Individual Awards
_THE TOP 3 FINISHERS _per the following age groups for male and female (10 & under, 11-13, 14-16, 17-19, 20-22, 23-25, 26-29, 30-33, 34-37, 38-41, 42-45, 46-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 & up).
_TEAM AWARDS __WILL BE GIVEN __TO THE WINNER OF EACH TEAM CATEGORY_
RACE STARTS AND ENDS IN FRONT OF NORRIS MIDDLE SCHOOL IN NORRIS, TN
USATF CERTIFIED COURSE NUMBER TN24038MS.
PRE-RACE EARLY PACKET PICK-UP IS ON THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2026 FROM 11AM 6PM AT FLEET FEET IN KNOXVILLE, 11619 PARKSIDE DR., KNOXVILLE, TN 37934
Races
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5K Open
Incl. $3.05 Fee & Love Run T-Shirt
Sat 28th February 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$33.05
CLOSEDUSATF Certified Course # TN24038MS -
1 Mile Fun
Incl. $2.45 Fee & Love Run T-Shirt
Sat 28th February 2026 (9:05AM EST)
$22.45
CLOSED -
Sleeping but Supporting
Incl. $2.75 Fee & Love Run T-Shirt
Sat 28th February 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$27.75
CLOSEDFor registrants who want to support the event; but do not plan on running. -
Run Anywhere 5K Virtual Run
Incl. $2.75 Fee & Love Run T-Shirt
$27.75
CLOSEDVirtual Run Anywhere Course From 2/10/26 9:00 AM Until 2/28/26 11:59 PM . We do not have a recommendation for the course that you choose.
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