Barley's St. Patrick's Day 5K
- Date Sun 15th March 2026
- Time 2:00PM EDT
- Location Knoxville, Tennessee
- Price $27.50 - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes and celebrate the luck of the Irish at Barley's St. Patrick's Day 5K on Sunday, March 15th, 2026! This exciting race kicks off at 2:00 PM from Barley's Taproom in Knoxville, Knox, and finishes on home plate at Covenant Health Park. Now in its 13th year, this festive event promises a thrilling 5K experience complete with 5-minute wave starts to keep the energy flowing. Participants can look forward to a finisher's medal and a stylish t-shirt, while those opting for the exclusive Barley's VIP Experience will enjoy an all-you-can-eat pizza buffet and two drinks served by Barley's friendly bartenders (21+ only).
Not only is this a chance to have fun and connect with the community, but you'll also be supporting a fantastic cause, as all proceeds benefit Emily's Power For A Cure, a foundation dedicated to neuroblastoma research. Strollers are welcome on the course, and don't forget to wear your best St. Patrick's Day attire for a chance to win the coveted Carrie Daugherty Spirit Award! Mark your calendars for this vibrant celebration, and join us in making a difference while enjoying a day
Not only is this a chance to have fun and connect with the community, but you'll also be supporting a fantastic cause, as all proceeds benefit Emily's Power For A Cure, a foundation dedicated to neuroblastoma research. Strollers are welcome on the course, and don't forget to wear your best St. Patrick's Day attire for a chance to win the coveted Carrie Daugherty Spirit Award! Mark your calendars for this vibrant celebration, and join us in making a difference while enjoying a day
Organiser's Description
5K RACE STARTS AT 2:00 PM ON SUNDAY MARCH 15TH, 2026. Start is at Barley's Taproom in Knoxville and finish on home plate at Covenant Health Park. We will be doing 5 min wave starts, please seed yourself accordingly at the start line.
Join us for the 13TH Anniversary of the best St. Patrick's Day 5K in Knoxville!!!
STADIUM 5K ENTRY FEE INCLUDES:
A finisher's medal + Tshirt
STADIUM 5K + BARLEY'S VIP EXPERIENCE ENTRY FEE INCLUDES - LIMITED TO 500 ENTRIES:
All you can eat pizza buffet provided by Barley's and two drinks (must be 21+ to drink) will be served by Barley's awesome bartenders.
A finisher's medal + Tshirt
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Carrie On Events stands as a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that orchestrates an annual 5K event in Knoxville, aligning with the vibrant spirit of St. Patrick's Day. 2026 will mark our 13th remarkable year of this race.
The best part is that you get to have all this fun while supporting a great cause!
All proceeds go directly to Emily's Power For A Cure [https://www.emilyspowerforacure.com/www]. EPFAC is a foundation whose purpose is to raise funds and awareness for neuroblastoma research. It's also a group that we hold very dear to us. Strollers are welcome (at your own risk) on the course and dress to impress! We have our coveted Carrie Daugherty Spirit Award up for grabs again this year! PLEASE NOTE THAT SINCE THIS COURSE IS ON AN OPEN STREET, HEADPHONES ARE DISCOURAGED. PLEASE NOTE DOGS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED ON THE COURSE OR IN THE STADIUM AT ANY TIME.
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Packet pickup will be at Barley's Taproom at the following times:
Friday, March 13 from 2-7pm
Saturday, March 14 from 12-5pm
Sunday, March 15 from 12 - 1:30pm **PACKET PICKUP ENDS AT 1:30 PM**
5K RACE START AT 2:00PM ON SUNDAY MARCH 15TH, 2026
Race Day Parking Information:
https://oldcityknoxville.org/visit/
*All Registrations are final, no refunds or transfers to another runner or to a future race*
Join us for the 13TH Anniversary of the best St. Patrick's Day 5K in Knoxville!!!
STADIUM 5K ENTRY FEE INCLUDES:
A finisher's medal + Tshirt
STADIUM 5K + BARLEY'S VIP EXPERIENCE ENTRY FEE INCLUDES - LIMITED TO 500 ENTRIES:
All you can eat pizza buffet provided by Barley's and two drinks (must be 21+ to drink) will be served by Barley's awesome bartenders.
A finisher's medal + Tshirt
___________________________
Carrie On Events stands as a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that orchestrates an annual 5K event in Knoxville, aligning with the vibrant spirit of St. Patrick's Day. 2026 will mark our 13th remarkable year of this race.
The best part is that you get to have all this fun while supporting a great cause!
All proceeds go directly to Emily's Power For A Cure [https://www.emilyspowerforacure.com/www]. EPFAC is a foundation whose purpose is to raise funds and awareness for neuroblastoma research. It's also a group that we hold very dear to us. Strollers are welcome (at your own risk) on the course and dress to impress! We have our coveted Carrie Daugherty Spirit Award up for grabs again this year! PLEASE NOTE THAT SINCE THIS COURSE IS ON AN OPEN STREET, HEADPHONES ARE DISCOURAGED. PLEASE NOTE DOGS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED ON THE COURSE OR IN THE STADIUM AT ANY TIME.
___________________________
Packet pickup will be at Barley's Taproom at the following times:
Friday, March 13 from 2-7pm
Saturday, March 14 from 12-5pm
Sunday, March 15 from 12 - 1:30pm **PACKET PICKUP ENDS AT 1:30 PM**
5K RACE START AT 2:00PM ON SUNDAY MARCH 15TH, 2026
Race Day Parking Information:
https://oldcityknoxville.org/visit/
*All Registrations are final, no refunds or transfers to another runner or to a future race*
Races
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Stadium Finish 5K - Medal+Tshirt Only
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 15th March 2026 (2:00PM EDT)
$27.50
OPENS 28 NOVKnoxville's favorite St. Patrick's Day 5k is back and better than ever! In our 13th year we will be finishing on home plate in Covenant Health Stadium. Each registration will receive: tshirt and 5K finisher's medal. Feel free to hang out in the stadium, cheer on your friends, and watch awards on the field. -
Stadium Finish 5k + Medal+TShirt + VIP BARLEY'S EXPERIENCE 5K: PIZZA BUFFET+ 2 ADULT BEVERAGES (21+)
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 15th March 2026 (2:00PM EDT)
$38.10
OPENS 28 NOVKnoxville's favorite St. Patrick's Day 5k is back and better than ever! In our 13th year we will be finishing on home plate in Covenant Health Stadium. The VIP Barley's experience entry will receive a t-shirt, medal, pizza buffet, and two adult beverages (must be 21+) that we're known for! After you finish on home plate, feel free to hang out at the stadium for awards or until you are ready to walk back to Barley's for your pizza buffet and two free drinks. Your bib will gain you access to your drinks/pizza buffet.
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