Scholars Run
- Date Sat 11th July 2026 - Sun 26th July 2026
- Time 12:00AM EDT
- Location Maryville, Tennessee
- Price $22.45 - $35.17
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting weekend of fitness and community spirit at the Scholars Run in Maryville, Blount County! This lively event will take place on Saturday, July 25, 2026, starting bright and early at 8:00 AM. Participants can choose to challenge themselves in the 5K run or enjoy a more leisurely pace in the 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk, making it a perfect outing for families and runners of all ages.
As the second event of the 2026 Healthy Blount Triple Crown of Running, the Scholars Run promises a fantastic atmosphere, with awards for the top finishers in various age categories and a chance to win door prizes and special mementos for those who complete all three races in the series. Plus, you’ll be supporting a great cause, as a portion of the race proceeds will benefit the Community Food Connection of Blount County. Join us for a day filled with fun, fitness, and camaraderie, and don’t forget to grab your stylish race T-shirt!
As the second event of the 2026 Healthy Blount Triple Crown of Running, the Scholars Run promises a fantastic atmosphere, with awards for the top finishers in various age categories and a chance to win door prizes and special mementos for those who complete all three races in the series. Plus, you’ll be supporting a great cause, as a portion of the race proceeds will benefit the Community Food Connection of Blount County. Join us for a day filled with fun, fitness, and camaraderie, and don’t forget to grab your stylish race T-shirt!
Organiser's Description
5K RUN AND 1 MILE FUN RUN/WALK 8:00 AM JULY 25, 2026
2ND EVENT OF THE 2026 HEALTHY BLOUNT TRIPLE CROWN OF RUNNING. 1ST EVENT - SPRING SPRINT, APRIL 18. 3RD EVENT - REINDEER RUN, DECEMBER 6. THOSE PARTICIPATING IN ALL THREE 5K EVENTS WILL BE ELIGIBLE FOR TRIPLE CROWN CASH AWARDS, DOOR PRIZES AND A SPECIAL MEMENTO. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO PARTICIPATE IN ALL THREE EVENTS, YOU STILL HAVE A CHANCE AT WINNING THE GREAT TRIPLE CROWN DOOR PRIZES WORTH A MINIMUM OF $50 EACH IF YOU PARTICIPATE IN THE REINDEER RUN AND AT LEAST ONE OF THE OTHER TWO TRIPLE CROWN EVENTS. YOU ARE ELIGIBLE WHETHER YOU PARTICIPATE IN THE 5K RUN OR THE 1 MILE FUN RUN/WALK.
A PORTION OF RACE PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE COMMUNITY FOOD CONNECTION OF BLOUNT COUNTY.
THE SCHOLARS RUN TRADITIONAL RACE WILL BE STAGED SATURDAY, JULY 25, 2026 - COOPER ATHLETIC CENTER ON THE MARYVILLE COLLEGE CAMPUS
CHECK-IN: 6:45-7:30 A.M. THE DAY OF RACE
THE COURSE: 5K Course includes area city streets. The 1 Mile Fun Walk/Run is situated entirely on the Maryville College campus.
RACE TIME: 8:00 a.m. 5K Run
8:45 a.m. 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
PRE RACE PACKAGE PICKUP AND REGISTRATION: Thursday before race day, 5 to 7 pm. Dick's Sporting Goods in Hamilton Crossing 221 Hamilton Crossing Drive Alcoa, TN 37701
T-SHIRTS: All participants will receive an attractive, high-quality short sleeved unisex shirt! Shirt size guaranteed to those who pre-register. Anyone registering the day of event will receive a shirt while supplies last.
AWARDS/PRIZES: WE WILL STAGE AN AWARDS CEREMONY ON SITE AFTER THE EVENT. Any award not claimed will be available at the Parks and Rec Office located at 316 South Everett High Road Maryville, TN 37804 between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm. Awards will be given to the top three finishers in each age group and to the top male/female overall and Masters winners in the 5K. All Fun Run/Walk participants will receive a participation gift. AGE DIVISIONS: Male and Female: 8 and under, 9-11, 12-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 and over. Male and Female Masters: Male and Female (40 and older)
GENERAL INFORMATION: No bicycles, roller blades or dogs are allowed on the course or to be used by any participant during the race. The use of headsets is not recommended due to traffic on race route.
REFRESHMENTS: post race refreshments will be available immediately following the race for all registered participants.
For more information on the Scholars Run or Triple Crown of Running, please contact the Parks & Rec. office at (865) 983-9244 or visit https://www.parksrec.com/special-events/triple-crown-running
2ND EVENT OF THE 2026 HEALTHY BLOUNT TRIPLE CROWN OF RUNNING. 1ST EVENT - SPRING SPRINT, APRIL 18. 3RD EVENT - REINDEER RUN, DECEMBER 6. THOSE PARTICIPATING IN ALL THREE 5K EVENTS WILL BE ELIGIBLE FOR TRIPLE CROWN CASH AWARDS, DOOR PRIZES AND A SPECIAL MEMENTO. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO PARTICIPATE IN ALL THREE EVENTS, YOU STILL HAVE A CHANCE AT WINNING THE GREAT TRIPLE CROWN DOOR PRIZES WORTH A MINIMUM OF $50 EACH IF YOU PARTICIPATE IN THE REINDEER RUN AND AT LEAST ONE OF THE OTHER TWO TRIPLE CROWN EVENTS. YOU ARE ELIGIBLE WHETHER YOU PARTICIPATE IN THE 5K RUN OR THE 1 MILE FUN RUN/WALK.
A PORTION OF RACE PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE COMMUNITY FOOD CONNECTION OF BLOUNT COUNTY.
THE SCHOLARS RUN TRADITIONAL RACE WILL BE STAGED SATURDAY, JULY 25, 2026 - COOPER ATHLETIC CENTER ON THE MARYVILLE COLLEGE CAMPUS
CHECK-IN: 6:45-7:30 A.M. THE DAY OF RACE
THE COURSE: 5K Course includes area city streets. The 1 Mile Fun Walk/Run is situated entirely on the Maryville College campus.
RACE TIME: 8:00 a.m. 5K Run
8:45 a.m. 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
PRE RACE PACKAGE PICKUP AND REGISTRATION: Thursday before race day, 5 to 7 pm. Dick's Sporting Goods in Hamilton Crossing 221 Hamilton Crossing Drive Alcoa, TN 37701
T-SHIRTS: All participants will receive an attractive, high-quality short sleeved unisex shirt! Shirt size guaranteed to those who pre-register. Anyone registering the day of event will receive a shirt while supplies last.
AWARDS/PRIZES: WE WILL STAGE AN AWARDS CEREMONY ON SITE AFTER THE EVENT. Any award not claimed will be available at the Parks and Rec Office located at 316 South Everett High Road Maryville, TN 37804 between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm. Awards will be given to the top three finishers in each age group and to the top male/female overall and Masters winners in the 5K. All Fun Run/Walk participants will receive a participation gift. AGE DIVISIONS: Male and Female: 8 and under, 9-11, 12-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 and over. Male and Female Masters: Male and Female (40 and older)
GENERAL INFORMATION: No bicycles, roller blades or dogs are allowed on the course or to be used by any participant during the race. The use of headsets is not recommended due to traffic on race route.
REFRESHMENTS: post race refreshments will be available immediately following the race for all registered participants.
For more information on the Scholars Run or Triple Crown of Running, please contact the Parks & Rec. office at (865) 983-9244 or visit https://www.parksrec.com/special-events/triple-crown-running
Races
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5K Open
Incl. $3.17 Fee & Cotton/Poly Blend T-Shirt
Sat 25th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$35.17
Whether you walk or run one of the traditional 5K events, you are eligible for the Triple Crown of Running Door prizes in December (worth at least $50 each) if you participate in at least two (2) of the Healthy Blount Triple Crown of Running races (April, July, Dec). No bicycles, roller blades or dogs are allowed on the course or to be used by any participant during the race. The use of headsets is not recommended due to traffic on race route. -
1 Mile Fun Run
Incl. $2.45 Fee & Cotton/Poly Blend T-Shirt
Sat 25th July 2026 (8:45AM EDT)
$22.45
Whether you walk or run one of the traditional 5K events, you are eligible for the Triple Crown of Running Door prizes in December (worth at least $50 each) if you participate in at least two (2) of the Healthy Blount Triple Crown of Running races (April, July, Dec). No bicycles, roller blades or dogs are allowed on the course or to be used by any participant during the race. The use of headsets is not recommended due to traffic on race route. -
Sleeping but Supporting
Incl. $2.75 Fee & Cotton/Poly Blend T-Shirt
Sat 25th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$27.75
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5K Virtual Event
Incl. $3.05 Fee
$33.05
This is a "run anywhere" event. Participants can run or walk any 5K course they choose from July 11 to July 26 . Participants are not eligible for awards. Participants will receive an event shirt that they can obtain at packet pickup. -
Wheelchair Athlete
Incl. $2.75 Fee & Cotton/Poly Blend T-Shirt
Sat 25th July 2026 (12:00AM EDT)
$27.75
OPENS 25 JUL
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