Knoxville Halloween 5k & Kid's Dash 1/2 Mile

Sunday, October 27, 2024 Past event

2:30 PM EDT

Knoxville, Tennessee

$43.40–$59.30 · 2 races

5km

Event summary

Get ready for a spooktacular day of fun and fitness at the inaugural Knoxville Halloween 5K and Kid's Dash on Sunday, October 27th, 2024! Held in the vibrant Old City of Knoxville, this exciting event kicks off with the Kid's Dash at 2:00 PM, followed by the thrilling 5K race starting at 2:30 PM. Participants can run, walk, or even trick-or-treat their way through a scenic course that celebrates the festive spirit of Halloween.

Dress up in your most creative costumes and enjoy an all-you-can-eat pizza buffet courtesy of Barley's Taproom, plus drinks for those 21 and over. Every 5K racer will receive a unique finisher's medal, a glow-in-the-dark t-shirt designed by local artist Paris Woodhull, and a swag bag filled with goodies from our fantastic sponsors. The Kid's Dash, a fun and untimed half-mile event for children, promises its own delights, including a special finisher's ribbon and a delicious cotton candy prize from Flossy Knox! Bring the whole family, including strollers and furry friends (at your own risk), for a memorable day that combines community spirit with Halloween fun.

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Knoxville Halloween 5k

Incl. $4.30 Fee & T-Shirt

Your NEW favorite Halloween race is here, each entry will receive the t-shirt, pizza, and beer/drinks that we're known for! Each registration will receive: tshirt, pizza buffet, 2 alcoholic drinks (must be 21+) and a Spooky 5K finisher's medal.

2:30 PM EDT

$59.30

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Knoxville Halloween KIDS DASH 1/2 Mile

Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt

NEW Kid's Dash! Kids will dash their way down Jackson and back for a fun run. Each registration will receive: youth tshirt, pizza buffet, and cotton candy prize provided by Flossy Knox! Stop and snag some special treats at our candy stops along the way! *No age group awards will be given, this is a fun run and untimed. NO DOGS ALLOWED ON KID'S DASH**

2:00 PM EDT

$43.40

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Organiser's description

Kids Dash starts at 2:00 PM and 5K RACE STARTS AT 2:30 PM on Sunday October 27th, 2024. Start and finish are at Barley's Taproom in Knoxville.

Join us for the FIRST ANNUAL Knoxville Halloween 5K AND our new KIDS DASH From Carrie On Events, the nonprofit that brings you Barleys St Patricks Day 5k! Participants can run, walk, or trick-or-treat their way through our timed 5k course starting in Knoxvilles Old City. Costumes are ENCOURAGED!

Each 5K entry fee includes: (Capped at 500 runners)

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 Spooky finisher's medal, Tshirt designed by local artist Paris Woodhull with GLOW IN THE DARK INK, free photo downloads from our awesome photographer, and a swag bag from our fantastic sponsors.

Each Kid's Dash entry fee includes: (Capped at 50 kids)

Our cool t-shirt designed by local artist Paris Woodhull with GLOW IN THE DARK INK in Youth sizes only, All you can eat pizza buffet provided by Barley's, free photo downloads from our awesome photographer, a fun finisher's ribbon, and a Cotton Candy prize provided by Flossy Knox! *Kid's Dash is an un-timed 1/2 mile down and back on Jackson Ave. Parent's can walk and encourage kiddos along the route.

_FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOR THE MOST UP TO DATE INFORMATION, TEASERS, AND PHOTOS OF YOUR SPONSORS AND SWAG! @BARLEYS5K_

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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 Fall and Halloween in Knoxville. 2024 will mark our 1st year of this race.

The best part is that you get to have all this fun while supporting a great cause!

Strollers and dogs 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.**

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Packet pickup will be in the Upstairs Banquet Room at Barley's Taproom at the following times:

Friday, October 25 from 2-7pm

Saturday, October 26 from 12-5pm

Sunday, October 27 from 12 - 1:45pm _PACKET PICKUP CLOSES AT 1:45 PM ON RACEDAY_

5K RACE START AT 2:30PM ON SUNDAY October 27TH | KIDS DASH STARTS AT 2:00 PM

Race Day Parking Information:

https://oldcityknoxville.org/visit/