New Year's Day 5K Run/Walk
- Date Wed 1st January 2025
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Knoxville, Tennessee
- Price $17.00 - $37.40
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Kick off the New Year with energy and enthusiasm at the New Year's Day 5K Run/Walk in beautiful Knoxville, Tennessee, on Wednesday, January 1, 2025! This exciting event features a certified 5K course that starts at 9:00 AM, with a special Kids Run beginning at 8:30 AM. The race route promises scenic views as participants navigate through the Third Creek Greenway and beyond.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to enjoy a fun day outdoors, there's something for everyone. Registration is available at various price points leading up to race day, and kids can join in the fun for just $10! Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself, earn Grand Prix points, and enjoy post-race refreshments. Gather your friends and family, and start 2025 off on the right foot at this lively community event!
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to enjoy a fun day outdoors, there's something for everyone. Registration is available at various price points leading up to race day, and kids can join in the fun for just $10! Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself, earn Grand Prix points, and enjoy post-race refreshments. Gather your friends and family, and start 2025 off on the right foot at this lively community event!
Organiser's Description
DATE, TIME, AND PLACE: FRIDAY January 1, 2025; Kids Run starting at 8:30 AM and 5k Starting at 9:00 am location TBD
COURSE DESCRIPTION AND HIGHLIGHTS: Certified Course (TN23034MS [https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=r&id=5382]). Starts southwest on Sutherland, left on Tobler, down Third Creek Greenway to S. Concord, left on S. Concord, left onto Safety City Drive.
Registration & Entry Fee (NO REFUNDS OR BIB TRANSFERS):
Early Registration: 8/1-8/31 $25
Regular Registration: 9/1-12/17 $30.
Late Registration: 12/18-12/31 $35
Race Day Registration: $40
KIDS RUN: Cost is $10. Kids will run a 1 mile course out and back
5K AGE BASED PRICING! Cost for ages 4-12 through December 28 is $10 and cost for ages _13-17_ is $15._ Age based pricing is only available through early online registration. Deadline to register using this pricing structure is December 28. It is not available for late registration at either packet pickup or on race day_.
KTC MEMBERS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR $5 DISCOUNT.
BEST OPTION - REFERRALS! NEW FOR 2025 - IF YOU GET 3 OTHERS TO SIGN UP, WE'LL GIVE YOU $15 BACK! IF YOU GET 6 OTHERS TO SIGN UP, WE'LL GIVE YOU $25 BACK!
Race Day pick-up from 730a-845a
Registration giveaway: tbd
VOLUNTEERS: It will take many volunteers to make this race a success! Opportunities are available before, during, and after the race. Volunteers will receive a $5 coupon code that can be used toward race registration (excluding the Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon and Whitestone) and non-running volunteers that work entire race will receive a $10 code. Click here [https://runsignup.com/Race/TN/Knoxville/CalhounsNewYearsDay5KRunWalk]to register to volunteer and please share the link with family, friends, and co-workers.
AWARDS: Awards to the top male and female as well as the oldest and youngest male and female. Awards will be distributed to the top 100 men and women when crossing the finish line. _No age group awards at this event._
GRAND PRIX POINTS TEAM COMPETITION: The New Year's Day 5k 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.
2024 GRAND PRIX WINNERS: The 2024 Grand Prix Series winners will be announced prior to this event and awards maybe picked up on race morning.
POST RACE REFRESHMENTS: light snacks will be provided.
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.
INFORMATION AND SPECIAL ASSISTANCE NEEDS: Please contact race director Suzanne Oliver at [email protected] or the KTC Events Manager at [email protected]
RESULTS: Complete results will be available on the KTC website at www.ktc.org [http://www.ktc.org].
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.
COURSE DESCRIPTION AND HIGHLIGHTS: Certified Course (TN23034MS [https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=r&id=5382]). Starts southwest on Sutherland, left on Tobler, down Third Creek Greenway to S. Concord, left on S. Concord, left onto Safety City Drive.
Registration & Entry Fee (NO REFUNDS OR BIB TRANSFERS):
Early Registration: 8/1-8/31 $25
Regular Registration: 9/1-12/17 $30.
Late Registration: 12/18-12/31 $35
Race Day Registration: $40
KIDS RUN: Cost is $10. Kids will run a 1 mile course out and back
5K AGE BASED PRICING! Cost for ages 4-12 through December 28 is $10 and cost for ages _13-17_ is $15._ Age based pricing is only available through early online registration. Deadline to register using this pricing structure is December 28. It is not available for late registration at either packet pickup or on race day_.
KTC MEMBERS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR $5 DISCOUNT.
BEST OPTION - REFERRALS! NEW FOR 2025 - IF YOU GET 3 OTHERS TO SIGN UP, WE'LL GIVE YOU $15 BACK! IF YOU GET 6 OTHERS TO SIGN UP, WE'LL GIVE YOU $25 BACK!
Race Day pick-up from 730a-845a
Registration giveaway: tbd
VOLUNTEERS: It will take many volunteers to make this race a success! Opportunities are available before, during, and after the race. Volunteers will receive a $5 coupon code that can be used toward race registration (excluding the Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon and Whitestone) and non-running volunteers that work entire race will receive a $10 code. Click here [https://runsignup.com/Race/TN/Knoxville/CalhounsNewYearsDay5KRunWalk]to register to volunteer and please share the link with family, friends, and co-workers.
AWARDS: Awards to the top male and female as well as the oldest and youngest male and female. Awards will be distributed to the top 100 men and women when crossing the finish line. _No age group awards at this event._
GRAND PRIX POINTS TEAM COMPETITION: The New Year's Day 5k 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.
2024 GRAND PRIX WINNERS: The 2024 Grand Prix Series winners will be announced prior to this event and awards maybe picked up on race morning.
POST RACE REFRESHMENTS: light snacks will be provided.
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.
INFORMATION AND SPECIAL ASSISTANCE NEEDS: Please contact race director Suzanne Oliver at [email protected] or the KTC Events Manager at [email protected]
RESULTS: Complete results will be available on the KTC website at www.ktc.org [http://www.ktc.org].
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.
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