MAW's Cause 5K and 1K Run/Walk

  • Date Sun 19th October 2025
  • Time 3:00PM EDT
  • Location Norris, Tennessee
  • Price $31.40
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km, 1km

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 7th Annual MAW's Cause 5K and 1K Run/Walk on Sunday, October 19, 2025, in the scenic city of Norris, Anderson! This uplifting event aims to raise awareness and support in the fight against Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC). Participants can choose from three exciting options: a timed in-person 5K, a fun 1K run/walk, or a virtual 5K you can complete at your own pace from anywhere.

Join us for a day filled with community spirit, hope, and remembrance as we honor those taken too soon. The 5K course features beautiful views and some hills, making it a great challenge for both seasoned runners and newcomers alike. Registration is just $30 for adults and includes a race shirt and decal. Whether you choose to participate in person or virtually, your involvement helps raise crucial funds for education, awareness, and research in this vital cause. Mark your calendars and be part of this meaningful event that brings people together for a brighter future!

Organiser's Description

Join us on October 22nd for the 7th Annual MAW's Cause 5K and 1K Fun Run/Walk to help the fight against SIDS and SUDC! This year we will be offering THREE options to participate with an in-person 5K, 1K Fun Run and Virtual 5K. Below are details for each:

JOINING VIRTUALLY

1) Register by 9/25

2) Receive your shirt in the mail the week before the race

3) Run or walk a 5K in the location of your choice on October 22nd

4) Post your picture at the completion of the race on our facebook page #mawscause

IN-PERSON 5K (TIMED OPTION)

1) Register by 9/25

2) Receive your shirt during pick-up TBD

3) Run or Walk the 5K course* through the beautiful city of Norris, TN

*Note, this course does have hills.

IN-PERSON 1K FUN RUN

1) Register by 9/25

2) Receive your shirt during pick-up TBD

3) Walk the 1K course through the beautiful city of Norris, TN

The adult registration pricing is $30, which includes a race shirt and decal.

MAWs Cause was founded in 2017 in Knoxville, TN by Brittanie and Ben Weaver. After the death of their 4 month old son, Mason Archer Weaver, to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), The Weavers made it their life mission to help prevent other parents from facing this life-changing tragedy. In 2018, MAWs Cause became a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to the fight against SIDS and SUDC by building community awareness, educating parents/caregivers and supporting leading research efforts. Over 4000 infants age newborn to one year old die each year from SIDS, with 7-12 in Knox County alone. MAWs Cause strives to intersect new parents in the community with our newborn Halo Sleep Sack program at local hospitals, as well as raise money for continued research. We will remember the children taken too soon during our 5K event.

Races

  • MAW's Cause Virtual 5K

    Incl. $1.40 Fee & Long Sleeve T-Shirt

    $31.40

    OPENS 10 AUG
    Our virtual option is open to anyone not able to join us in person this year. Simply run, walk, bike, swim, etc your 5K from your location on 10/22. Please post a picture and tag us on Facebook once complete!
  • MAW's Cause 5K Run/Walk

    Incl. $1.40 Fee & Long Sleeve T-Shirt

    Sun 19th October 2025 (3:00PM EDT)

    $31.40

    OPENS 10 AUG
    Our in-person 5K Run or Walk will be held through the beautiful city of Norris, TN. This course is hilly, but manageable. This will be timed and winners presented at the completion of the race by age class. Walker, strollers and pets are welcome!
  • MAW's Cause 1K Fun Run/Walk

    Incl. $1.40 Fee & Long Sleeve T-Shirt

    Sun 19th October 2025 (3:00PM EDT)

    $31.40

    OPENS 10 AUG
    Our in-person 1K Fun Run/Walk will be two loops around The Commons in Norris, TN. This course is flat and a light walk. Strollers and pets are welcome! This event will start shortly after 3:00PM once our 5K is released.

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Location

5 Norris Square, Norris, 37828, TN, United States

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