Athens Lions Club Moo Run 5K and 1 Mile Fun Walk
- Date Sat 6th June 2026
- Time 7:30AM EDT
- Location Athens, Tennessee
- Price $22.45 - $33.05
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for the 17th annual Athens Lions Club Moo Run on Saturday, June 6, 2026! This exciting event takes place in the beautiful city of Athens, McMinn, along the scenic Eureka Rails to Trails. Participants can choose between a timed 5K run or a leisurely 1 Mile Fun Walk, making it perfect for runners of all ages and abilities. Check-in begins at 6:30 AM, with the race kicking off at 7:30 AM.
Join fellow community members in this vibrant celebration of health and charity, held just before the popular Moo Fest in downtown Athens, TN. The Eureka Trail offers a picturesque path, reminiscent of the Virginia Creeper trail, and is perfect for a morning of fun and fitness. Don’t forget to register by May 21, 2026, to guarantee your T-shirt! Proceeds from the event will support local Lions sight programs and community services, so come out, enjoy the run, and make a difference in your community!
Join fellow community members in this vibrant celebration of health and charity, held just before the popular Moo Fest in downtown Athens, TN. The Eureka Trail offers a picturesque path, reminiscent of the Virginia Creeper trail, and is perfect for a morning of fun and fitness. Don’t forget to register by May 21, 2026, to guarantee your T-shirt! Proceeds from the event will support local Lions sight programs and community services, so come out, enjoy the run, and make a difference in your community!
Organiser's Description
The Athens Lions are calling all runners to lace up their shoes & join us for the 17th annual Moo Run. The 5K Run or 1 Mile Fun Walk will be held on the Eureka Rails to Trails on June 6th- held prior the Moo Fest downtown Athens TN. Check in begins at 6:30 am and the race starts at 7:30! Sign up at www.AthensTNLions.org or call 423-506-1783 for more info - see you at the Moo Run!
MOO RUN 2026
EUREKA TRAILS LOCATED AT 1400 E MADISON AVENUE ATHENS TN 37303
From downtown Athens - from Green Street turn into Eastanalee Ave (TN Hwy 307). Go 1.4 miles. Parking is on the left.
From Exit 52 (Athens/Mt Verd) onto TN Hwy 305 S towards Athens - go 3.2 miles - turn left onto Tellico Avenue (CR 378) go 1.2 miles. Turn right onto CR 307. Go .4 miles. Parking lot is on the right - Eureka Trailhead 1400 Madison Avenue Athens, TN
The Eureka Trail is a crushed stone trail that follows an old railroad bed-similar to the Virginia Creeper trail.
5 K run is a timed run.
Parking Eureka Trailhead parking area between Adient &
E&E Manufacturing
REGISTRATION AND CHECK-IN: 6:30-7:15 A.M.
T SHIRTS FOR EACH ENTRY PRIOR TO MIDNIGHT 21 MAY 2026 DEADLINE. MUST BE PICKED UP AT THE RACE.
ENTRIES AFTER THE DEADLINE ARE NOT GUARANTEED T SHIRT AVAILABILITY OR SIZE. AS SUPPLIES LAST ONLY!
PROCEEDS BENEFIT LOCAL LIONS SIGHT PROGRAMS AND LOCAL COMMUNITY SERVICES
MOO RUN 2026
EUREKA TRAILS LOCATED AT 1400 E MADISON AVENUE ATHENS TN 37303
From downtown Athens - from Green Street turn into Eastanalee Ave (TN Hwy 307). Go 1.4 miles. Parking is on the left.
From Exit 52 (Athens/Mt Verd) onto TN Hwy 305 S towards Athens - go 3.2 miles - turn left onto Tellico Avenue (CR 378) go 1.2 miles. Turn right onto CR 307. Go .4 miles. Parking lot is on the right - Eureka Trailhead 1400 Madison Avenue Athens, TN
The Eureka Trail is a crushed stone trail that follows an old railroad bed-similar to the Virginia Creeper trail.
5 K run is a timed run.
Parking Eureka Trailhead parking area between Adient &
E&E Manufacturing
REGISTRATION AND CHECK-IN: 6:30-7:15 A.M.
T SHIRTS FOR EACH ENTRY PRIOR TO MIDNIGHT 21 MAY 2026 DEADLINE. MUST BE PICKED UP AT THE RACE.
ENTRIES AFTER THE DEADLINE ARE NOT GUARANTEED T SHIRT AVAILABILITY OR SIZE. AS SUPPLIES LAST ONLY!
PROCEEDS BENEFIT LOCAL LIONS SIGHT PROGRAMS AND LOCAL COMMUNITY SERVICES
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