Costumes for a Cause for PJP Parkinson's 5k
- Date Sat 31st October 2026
- Time 9:00AM 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 don your most creative costumes for a fantastic cause at the "Costumes for a Cause for PJP Parkinson's 5K"! Join us on Saturday, October 31st, 2026, in the picturesque Sequoyah Hills, Knoxville, Tennessee, for a vibrant day of community spirit and support. This annual 5K run, part of the PJ Parkinson's Support initiative, aims to raise awareness for Parkinson's disease while fostering a sense of camaraderie among participants and supporters.
Since its launch in 2015, this event has grown tremendously, and we're excited to see what this year brings! Runners of all ages can participate in various categories, with prizes awarded to the top three overall male and female runners as well as the top finishers in each age group. Early registration is just $35 and includes a swag bag, a race t-shirt (guaranteed with early registration), and entry into a raffle for fantastic prizes. Post-race refreshments will be provided to celebrate your achievement! Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a fun-filled day with friends and family. Sign up now and help us champion this vital cause!
Since its launch in 2015, this event has grown tremendously, and we're excited to see what this year brings! Runners of all ages can participate in various categories, with prizes awarded to the top three overall male and female runners as well as the top finishers in each age group. Early registration is just $35 and includes a swag bag, a race t-shirt (guaranteed with early registration), and entry into a raffle for fantastic prizes. Post-race refreshments will be provided to celebrate your achievement! Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a fun-filled day with friends and family. Sign up now and help us champion this vital cause!
Organiser's Description
We are back with our Annual 5K Run for Parkinson's! "Costumes for a Cause for PJParkinson's"
We are thrilled to announce that the 2026 PJP RUN FOR PARKINSON'S "Costumes for a Cause for PJParkinson's 5k will be held on Saturday, OCTOBER 31ST, 2026, in beautiful Sequoyah Hills, Tennessee! Since its inception in 2015, PJ Parkinson's Support's run has continually evolved, starting with our inaugural walk-a-thon and introducing the 5K run in 2019.
Parkinson's Support Groups from across East Tennessee are uniting for an event dedicated to raising awareness and highlighting local efforts to support individuals living with Parkinson's disease and their families. Together, we will champion this vital cause! Our goal for the 2026 Run for Parkinson's is to foster a deeper understanding of this progressive and degenerative nervous system disorder and to create a compassionate environment that provides support for patients and their families.
EARLY REGISTRATION - $35 5K RUN | [$5 INCREASE AFTER 8/31/2026] INCLUDES:
SWAG BAG OF ITEMS DONATED BY OUR SPONSORS
TICKET FOR THE RUNNER RAFFLE
RACE T-SHIRT FOR PARTICIPANTS _(guaranteed with early registration)_
PRIZES AND MEDALS FOR WINNERS OF EACH GROUP Sponsored by: Fleet Feet
POST RACE REFRESHMENTS
ADDITIONAL RACE INFORMATION:
ADDITIONAL/OPTIONAL T-SHIRTS CAN BE _PRE-ORDERED WITH ONLINE REGISTRATION_ FOR $15
A limited number of t-shirts will be available for purchase at the event for $20
RACE PACKET PICK-UP AT FLEET FEET:
AVOID THE LINES ON RACE DAY AND PICK UP YOUR RACE PACKET ON 10/3 FROM 4:00-6:30 PM AT FLEET FEET, 11619 PARKSIDE DR
AWARDS
Awards & Prizes will be given to the winners of the following categories:
Top 3 Overall Male and Female Runners
Top 3 Male and Female Runners in each category
Category winners will each receive a beautiful lanyard medal!
RUNNER CATEGORIES
5 - 9
10 - 14
15 - 25
26 - 59
60 - 69
70+
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO VOLUNTEER, PLEASE EMAIL US AT INFO@PJPARKINSONS.ORG
We are thrilled to announce that the 2026 PJP RUN FOR PARKINSON'S "Costumes for a Cause for PJParkinson's 5k will be held on Saturday, OCTOBER 31ST, 2026, in beautiful Sequoyah Hills, Tennessee! Since its inception in 2015, PJ Parkinson's Support's run has continually evolved, starting with our inaugural walk-a-thon and introducing the 5K run in 2019.
Parkinson's Support Groups from across East Tennessee are uniting for an event dedicated to raising awareness and highlighting local efforts to support individuals living with Parkinson's disease and their families. Together, we will champion this vital cause! Our goal for the 2026 Run for Parkinson's is to foster a deeper understanding of this progressive and degenerative nervous system disorder and to create a compassionate environment that provides support for patients and their families.
EARLY REGISTRATION - $35 5K RUN | [$5 INCREASE AFTER 8/31/2026] INCLUDES:
SWAG BAG OF ITEMS DONATED BY OUR SPONSORS
TICKET FOR THE RUNNER RAFFLE
RACE T-SHIRT FOR PARTICIPANTS _(guaranteed with early registration)_
PRIZES AND MEDALS FOR WINNERS OF EACH GROUP Sponsored by: Fleet Feet
POST RACE REFRESHMENTS
ADDITIONAL RACE INFORMATION:
ADDITIONAL/OPTIONAL T-SHIRTS CAN BE _PRE-ORDERED WITH ONLINE REGISTRATION_ FOR $15
A limited number of t-shirts will be available for purchase at the event for $20
RACE PACKET PICK-UP AT FLEET FEET:
AVOID THE LINES ON RACE DAY AND PICK UP YOUR RACE PACKET ON 10/3 FROM 4:00-6:30 PM AT FLEET FEET, 11619 PARKSIDE DR
AWARDS
Awards & Prizes will be given to the winners of the following categories:
Top 3 Overall Male and Female Runners
Top 3 Male and Female Runners in each category
Category winners will each receive a beautiful lanyard medal!
RUNNER CATEGORIES
5 - 9
10 - 14
15 - 25
26 - 59
60 - 69
70+
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO VOLUNTEER, PLEASE EMAIL US AT INFO@PJPARKINSONS.ORG
Races
-
5K Run
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt, VIP Swag Bags
Sat 31st October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.10
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Virtual Walk/5K Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
$27.50
OPENS 15 JULWould you like to participate but are unable to make it to the run? Then the Virtual PJP 5k/10k is the perfect event for you! We greatly appreciate you supporting this event from the gym, your neighborhood, or wherever you choose to run!
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