I Just Want to Be A Unicorn Half Marathon and 5k
- Date Sat 18th January 2025 - Fri 31st January 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Knoxville, Tennessee
- Price $48.70 - $107.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for a whimsical and exhilarating experience at the I Just Want to Be A Unicorn Half Marathon and 5k in Knoxville, Tennessee! Taking place on Saturday, January 18, 2025, this vibrant event promises a unique adventure along the stunning Riverfront Greenways and roads. The Half Marathon kicks off at 8 AM, leading runners on a scenic journey over the river and through the woods, returning to the enchanting finish line at Volunteer Landing. Meanwhile, the 5K race starts shortly after at 8:15 AM, offering participants a delightful run along Neyland, turning back at the connection of the new and old greenways.
Join fellow running enthusiasts for this sixth annual event, where every participant will receive an eye-catching medal, with special recognition for Half Marathon finishers. Don’t miss the chance to compete for awards in various categories, including top overall male and female winners, masters categories, and age group awards spanning from 5 and under to 90+. Be sure to pick up your race packet on Friday evening, January 17, or Saturday morning before the race to ensure you're ready for this magical day. Lace up your running shoes and let your inner unicorn shine!
Join fellow running enthusiasts for this sixth annual event, where every participant will receive an eye-catching medal, with special recognition for Half Marathon finishers. Don’t miss the chance to compete for awards in various categories, including top overall male and female winners, masters categories, and age group awards spanning from 5 and under to 90+. Be sure to pick up your race packet on Friday evening, January 17, or Saturday morning before the race to ensure you're ready for this magical day. Lace up your running shoes and let your inner unicorn shine!
Organiser's Description
JOIN PERSONAL BEST RACING, PATDOME PROMOTIONS, AND THE JULIA BARBARA FOUNDATION FOR THE 6TH YEAR OF OUR I JUST WANT TO BE A UNICORN HALF MARATHON AND 5K ALONG THE BEAUTIFUL RIVERFRONT GREENWAYS AND ROADS. ON SATURDAY JANUARY 18TH 2025 WE WILL SEND YOU OFF FOR AN AMAZING UNICORNY ADVENTURE!
HALF MARATHON BEGINS AT 8AM HEADING WEST ON NEYLAND TO THE GREENWAY CONNECTION THAT GOES OVER THE RIVER (AND THROUGH THE WOODS) THEN BACK TO PICKUP THE TYSON GREENWAY TO CONCORD AND BACK TO THE VOLUNTEER LANDING FOR A MAGICAL FINISH!
THE 5K BEGINS AT 8:15AM AND HEADS WEST ON NEYLAND AND TURNS AROUND AT CONNECTION OF NEW GREENWAY AND OLD GREENWAY.
PACKET PICKUP WILL BE HELD ON FRIDAY EVENING, JANUARY 17TH AT THE LONG RUN 2452 SUTHERLAND AVE, KNOXVILLE, TN 37919 5-7PM AND THEN AGAIN SATURDAY MORNING AT VOLUNTEER LANDING, 956 VOLUNTEER LANDING LANE STARTING AT 6:30AM CLOSING AT 7:50AM FOR BOTH THE HALF MARATHON AND 5K.
ALL PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE A MEDAL, BUT THE HALF MARATHON MEDALS WILL BE DIFFERENT.
AWARDS WILL GO TO TOP 3 MALE AND FEMALE OVER ALL, TOP MASTERS MALE AND FEMALE, 3 DEEP MALE AND FEMALE AGE GROUP AWARDS 5 AND UNDER, 6-10 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-89, 90+
THE COURSES ARE AS FOLLOWS: HALF MARATHON [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/3802278562]
5K COURSE [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/3805311196]
PLEASE LIKE OUR FACEBOOK PAGE @PERSONAL BEST RACING
HALF MARATHON BEGINS AT 8AM HEADING WEST ON NEYLAND TO THE GREENWAY CONNECTION THAT GOES OVER THE RIVER (AND THROUGH THE WOODS) THEN BACK TO PICKUP THE TYSON GREENWAY TO CONCORD AND BACK TO THE VOLUNTEER LANDING FOR A MAGICAL FINISH!
THE 5K BEGINS AT 8:15AM AND HEADS WEST ON NEYLAND AND TURNS AROUND AT CONNECTION OF NEW GREENWAY AND OLD GREENWAY.
PACKET PICKUP WILL BE HELD ON FRIDAY EVENING, JANUARY 17TH AT THE LONG RUN 2452 SUTHERLAND AVE, KNOXVILLE, TN 37919 5-7PM AND THEN AGAIN SATURDAY MORNING AT VOLUNTEER LANDING, 956 VOLUNTEER LANDING LANE STARTING AT 6:30AM CLOSING AT 7:50AM FOR BOTH THE HALF MARATHON AND 5K.
ALL PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE A MEDAL, BUT THE HALF MARATHON MEDALS WILL BE DIFFERENT.
AWARDS WILL GO TO TOP 3 MALE AND FEMALE OVER ALL, TOP MASTERS MALE AND FEMALE, 3 DEEP MALE AND FEMALE AGE GROUP AWARDS 5 AND UNDER, 6-10 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-89, 90+
THE COURSES ARE AS FOLLOWS: HALF MARATHON [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/3802278562]
5K COURSE [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/3805311196]
PLEASE LIKE OUR FACEBOOK PAGE @PERSONAL BEST RACING
Races
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Half Marathon
Incl. $7.00 Fee & Long Sleeved Awesome Shirt
Sat 18th January 2025 (8:00AM EST)
$107.00
CLOSED -
5k Run/Walk
Incl. $4.60 Fee & Long Sleeved Awesome Shirt
Sat 18th January 2025 (8:15AM EST)
$64.60
CLOSED -
Virtual Half Marathon
Incl. $4.90 Fee & T-Shirt
$69.90
CLOSED -
Virtual 5k
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
$48.70
CLOSED
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