Peer Pals 5k and Family Fun Run

Saturday, September 20, 2025 Past event
8:30 AM EDT
Knoxville, Tennessee
$22.20–$32.80 · 3 races
5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for a day of fun and fitness at the PEER Pals 5K and Family Fun Run on Saturday, September 20th, 2025, in beautiful Knoxville, Knox! This exciting community event is designed for participants of all ages, making it the perfect outing for families to come together and support PEER Academy, a nonprofit school dedicated to serving students with autism and other unique learning needs.

The 3-mile course takes you along the picturesque Jean Teague Greenway, offering a tranquil, shaded path for runners, walkers, and strollers alike. Whether you're racing for a personal best or enjoying a leisurely stroll, every step you take helps support our students and their future. Don’t forget, all registered runners will receive a T-shirt if they sign up before September 5th, and every child in the Fun Run will be awarded a participation ribbon to celebrate their achievements! With water stations along the route and convenient parking at West Hills Parking Lot, it’s an event you won’t want to miss. Join us to make a difference in our community while having a blast!

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Races

  • Peer Pals 5k

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    9:00 AM EDT

    $32.80

    Entries closed
  • Family Fun Run

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt

    8:30 AM EDT

    $22.20

    Entries closed
  • Virtual 5k

    Virtual

    Incl. $2.80 Fee

    8:30 AM EDT

    $32.80

    Entries closed

Organiser's description

Welcome to the PEER Pals 5K and Family Fun Run!



Description:

Join us for the PEER Pals 5K & Family Fun Run, a family-friendly event that brings the community together to support PEER Academy, a nonprofit school serving students with autism and other unique learning needs.

Held at beautiful West Hills Park, this 3-mile course follows the scenic Jean Teague Greenway, offering peaceful, shaded paths that wind through the park, perfect for runners, walkers, strollers, and participants of all ages.

Come out, get moving, and help make a differenceevery step supports our students and the future of our school!



GIVEAWAYS:

T-shirts will be available to all runners who register before 9/5/2025,



All kids participating in the Fun Run will receive a PEER Pals participation ribbon to celebrate their accomplishment!



WATER STOPS: Water stations will be available at 1 mile and on the route back



PARKING AND TRANSPORTATION: Parking will take place at West Hills Parking Lot.



Proceeds for this race will go to directly benefit PEER Academy.



Want to support without the sweat? Join as a virtual runner or consider donating.



For sponsorship opportunities contact Carrie Grosso: [email protected]

Location

410 North Winston Rd, Knoxville, 37909, TN, United States

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