RecSports 5K Fun Run & Walk

  • Date Sat 2nd May 2026
  • Time 8:00AM EDT
  • Location Knoxville, Tennessee
  • Price Free
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Join us for the exhilarating RecSports 5K Fun Run & Walk on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in Knoxville, Tennessee! Kicking off at 8 AM from the TRECS Plaza, participants will enjoy a scenic route leading to the RecSports Sutherland Field Complex. This exciting event is perfect for runners and walkers of all levels, with a chip-timed 5K race that promises fun and community spirit.

Make sure to arrive early, as shuttle services will be available from the Sutherland Field Complex to the start line from 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM. After the race, celebrate your achievement with food, awards, and door prizes starting at 9:30 AM! All finishers will receive a medal, and the top three male and female runners will be recognized, along with age group awards in 10-year increments. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow enthusiasts and enjoy a day of fitness and fun in Knoxville!

Organiser's Description

REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS AVAILABLE HERE [https://recsports.utk.edu/recsports-5k-fun-run-walk-spring-event/]

EVENT OUTLINE

The RecSports 5K Fun Run & Walk will begin promptly at 8am and will start at the TRECS (2111 Volunteer Blvd., Knoxville, TN 37996) and finish at the RecSports Sutherland Field Complex (3620 Sutherland Ave, Knoxville, TN 37919).

Race Participants are encouraged to park at the RecSports Sutherland Field Complex for transportation to the starting line at TREC, transportation service will be available from 6:30-7:30am to shuttle participants.

We recommend arriving to park between 6am and 7am to allow time for shuttle transportation and stretching/warm ups. Last bus will leave for the starting line at 7:30am. Restrooms will be available at both the start and finish sites.

Race course is open from 8am 10:30am.

Please join us after the race for fun and festivities at the Rec fields for food, awards & door prizes.
Award Ceremony & Giveaways will start at 9:30am.

*UT Students will need to enter their NetID during check out to qualify for the student rate. Community members are welcome to join this event as well. UT Staff and faculty members should reach out to eharrel6@utk.edu for special staff pricing. T-shirt deadline is April 3rd, sign up before this to guarantee your shirt size.

AWARDS:

All 5K finishers will receive a medal. Awards will be given to the top 3 Male & Female runners in the 5K.

Age group awards will be awarded to the top performer in 10 year increments (14 & under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+). Awards will be presented at 9:30 along with other door prizes for present participants (will not be mailed).

PACKET PICK UP:

**There will not be pick up available on Race Day morning, Please plan to pick up during one of the mentioned windows during the week.

PARKING:

FOR OFF-CAMPUS/COMMUTING PARTICIPANTS: (FINISH AREA)

RecSports Sutherland Field Complex

3620 Sutherland Ave

Knoxville, TN US 37919

FOR ON-CAMPUS/NON-COMMUTING PARTICIPANTS: (START LINE)

TRECS

2111 Volunteer Blvd

Knoxville, TN 37996

RACE TRANSPORTATION

Race participants are encouraged to park at the RecSports Sutherland Field Complex (3620 Sutherland Ave, Knoxville, TN 37919). Shuttles will transport race participants to the TRECS Plaza (5K start location) starting at 6:30am and will make trips to the Start every 20 minutes. The last bus to the start will run at 7:30am, please plan to have ample time to board the buses. Shuttles will continue to run from the Finish (Sutherland Recreation Fields) back to the start area for foot traffic participants until 11am.

**Be sure to have your bib on hand when loading onto the busses bound for the starting line.

RACE ROUTE

**PLEASE NOTE: THE THIRD CREEK GREENWAY WILL REMAIN OPEN TO THE PUBLIC DURING THE 5K RACE.

TRECS Plaza to Andy Holt Ave.
Andy Holt Ave down Volunteer Blvd.
Volunteer Blvd over Cumberland Ave to Tyson Park
Third Creek Greenway to RecSports Sutherland Field Complex



RACE TRANSPORTATION

Race participants will park at the RecSports Sutherland Field Complex (3620 Sutherland Ave, Knoxville, TN 37919).

Shuttles will transport race participants to the TRECS Plaza (5K start location) starting at 6:30am and will make trips to the Start every 20 minutes. The last bus to the start will run at 7:30am, please plan to have ample time to board the buses. Shuttles will continue to run continually from the Finish (Sutherland Recreation Fields) back to the start area for foot traffic participants until 11am.

*No Pets allowed.

*Walkers and runner will all start at 8:30am with chip timed finishes

*Race will take place rain or shine

*No Refunds

*Water at halfway point on Greenway

*Headphones are Strongly Discouraged for safety

FOR ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THE RACE OR SPONSORING, PLEASE CONTACT DIRECTOR ERIC HARRELL @ EHARREL6@UTK.EDU.

Races

  • RecSports 5K

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sat 2nd May 2026 (8:00AM EDT)

    Free

    OPENS 01 MAY

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