Hard Knox Pizza Dogwood Classic 5K Run/Walk

  • Date Sat 26th April 2025
  • Time 7:30AM EDT
  • Location Knoxville, Tennessee
  • Price $17.00 - $37.40
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

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Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Hard Knox Pizza Dogwood Classic 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, April 26, 2025! This exciting event will take place in the scenic surroundings of Knoxville, Tennessee, kicking off at 8:00 AM at Cherokee Boulevard's west parking lot. Participants can also join the Kids Mile starting at 7:30 AM, making it a fun-filled morning for families and friends alike.

The course is USATF Certified and features a beautiful loop that begins and ends at the west parking lot, providing an excellent opportunity for runners of all levels to enjoy the vibrant atmosphere. Early bird registration is available from February 1-29 for just $25, while participants can register on race day for $40. Don’t miss your chance to earn awards in various categories, including overall and age group winners, and enjoy post-race refreshments! Celebrate your achievement with a delicious breakfast pizza and drinks at Hard Knox Pizza in Bearden after the race. Whether you're running for fun, competition, or community, the Dogwood Classic promises an unforgettable experience!

Organiser's Description

DATE, TIME, AND PLACE: Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 8:00 am on Cherokee Boulevard [https://www.google.com/maps/place/1600+Cherokee+Blvd+SW,+Knoxville,+TN+37919/@35.9286402,-83.9601489,209m/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x885c22cf394226f9:0x73b36f44505a0d5c!8m2!3d35.928638!4d-83.9590387] (west parking lot-2250 Cherokee Boulevard). Kids Mile starts at 7:30am. 5K will start at 8am.

COURSE DESCRIPTION AND HIGHLIGHTS: USATF Certified. Loop course on Cherokee Boulevard beginning and ending at the west parking lot.

PACKET PICK UP: Early pickup option - Wednesday April 23, 5pm-7pm, at Runners Market in Bearden. Day of race - 6:15am-745am.

REGISTRATION & ENTRY FEE (NO REFUNDS OR BIB TRANSFERS):
Early Bird Pricing: Feb 1-29 $25.
Registration: March 1 - April 8, $30
Late Registration: April 9 - April 26, $35
Race Day registration: $40
Cost for ages 17 and under is $25 until April 15 then $35 for late registration (this applies to in-person only). Race Day $40

T-SHIRTS: _Unisex_ sized t-shirts for registrants. Pre-registered (through April 14) runners will receive them at early packet pick or on race day. Please note our new shirt policy: Anyone registering after April 14 will receive shirts while supplies last. The shirt order will be placed on April 15th and when the inventory runs out in the RunSignUp system then there will be no more shirts. No re-orders.

During registration, you can select the "No Tee, Plant a Tree" option. We get it, even the coolest looking shirts sometimes end up collecting dust. If you choose this option, KTC will work with local East TN organizations to plant trees in your honor!

AWARDS: Awards to the top 3 Overall, age groups, and specialty categories. Top Masters (As defined by fastest person age 40 and above, not limited to 40-49) Grandmasters (As defined by fastest person age 50 and above, not limited to 50-59), Senior Grandmasters (As defined by fastest person age 60 and above, not limited to 60-69) male and female.

GRAND PRIX POINTS TEAM COMPETITION: The Dogwood Classic is on the 2025 Team Competition schedule. 2025 Grand Prix Points awarded winners in various categories and age groups. Points accumulate throughout the year. KTC recognizes the top 10 men and women in the Grand Prix series at the New Years Day 5K on January 1, 2026. REMEMBER, TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR GRAND PRIX POINTS, PARTICIPANTS MUST BE A MEMBER OF KTC AND MUST VOLUNTEER FOR AT LEAST 3 KTC RACES THROUGHOUT THE YEAR.

POST RACE REFRESHMENTS: We'll have assorted refreshments will be provided post race in the event tent. The real party happens back at Hard Knox Pizza [https://hardknoxpizza.com/] in Bearden! Join us there after the race for breakfast pizza, beer, and more!

RACE ETIQUETTE: Due to insurance regulations, roller blades, strollers, bicycles, and DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED ON THE COURSE. The 5K course closes in 1 hour and 15 minutes. KTC discourages the use of headphones at events.

INFORMATION OR SPECIAL ASSISTANCE: Please contact Race Director, Karla Gander at [email protected] or the KTC Events Manager, Jessica, at [email protected].

KTC SAFETY POLICY: The Knoxville Track Club Board of Directors has approved an Event Safety Policy, viewable here: Weather Policy [https://tinyurl.com/knoxtrackweather]. Please familiarize yourself with it.

Races

  • 5k

    Incl. $2.40 Fee & T-Shirt (Unisex Sizing) - Please See Shirt Policy

    Sat 26th April 2025 (8:00AM EDT)

    $37.40

  • Kids Run

    Incl. $2.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 26th April 2025 (7:30AM EDT)

    $17.00

  • Dogwood Classic 5K-Virtual

    Incl. $2.40 Fee & T-Shirt (Unisex Sizing) - Please See Shirt Policy

    $37.40

  • Dogwood Classic Kid's Mile-Virtual

    Incl. $2.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    $17.00

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Location

2250 Cherokee Boulevard, West Parking lot, Knoxville, 37919, TN, United States

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