The Big Run 5k
- Date Wed 4th June 2025
- Time 6:30AM EDT
- Location Knoxville, Tennessee
- Price $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for The Big Run 5K on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, in the beautiful city of Knoxville, Tennessee! This exciting event celebrates Global Running Day and invites runners and walkers of all ages to come together for a fun-filled day of fitness and community spirit. With two race options to choose from—the 5K Fun Run starting at 6:30 AM and the 5K Timed Run at 7:00 PM—there's something for everyone.
Set against the scenic backdrop of The Cove, participants will enjoy a picturesque out-and-back course along the greenway, complete with stunning views and a supportive atmosphere. Not only will you earn a unique finisher medal that will surely make your friends envious, but your participation also supports a great cause, with proceeds benefiting the Knox County Parks and Rec Youth Scholarship Program, helping local youths engage in sports activities. So rally your family, friends, and neighbors and get ready to run! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to celebrate fitness and community while making a difference.
Set against the scenic backdrop of The Cove, participants will enjoy a picturesque out-and-back course along the greenway, complete with stunning views and a supportive atmosphere. Not only will you earn a unique finisher medal that will surely make your friends envious, but your participation also supports a great cause, with proceeds benefiting the Knox County Parks and Rec Youth Scholarship Program, helping local youths engage in sports activities. So rally your family, friends, and neighbors and get ready to run! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to celebrate fitness and community while making a difference.
Organiser's Description
ON JUNE 4, WE RUN TOGETHER.
Global Running Day is our holiday; a celebration of the activity we love and the sport that brings our community together. Were inviting all runners and walkers to join us on June 4th to mark the occasion, set a goal and cross the finish line. We encourage you to bring your family, friends, and neighbors.
We want to see the whole community participate because, seriously, running together rocks. What you can expect:
* It's on a Wednesdaywho couldn't use a mid-week pump-up?
* Finisher medals. Not just any medal. A very cool, make-your-friends-jealous medal (see image below).
* Proceeds benefit the Knox County Parks and Rec Youth Scholarship Program. This program provides financial assistance to Knox County youths that would otherwise not be able to participate in Knox County youth sports program.
AND WE MADE IT BETTER!
DATE/TIME: Now you can select from:
* 5K Fun Run - Wed 6/4 at 6:30 am
* 5K Timed Run - Wed 6/4 at 7:00 pm
LOCATION: The Cove, 11808 S Northshore Dr, Knoxville, TN 37922
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course starts at the Cove and runs out and back on the greenway. We will run past the bridge and the new section under Northshore Dr to a turnaround point.
REGISTRATION:
* $25, Now through 6/3
* $30, Race Day 6/4
PACKET PICKUP:
* Tues June 3, 10:00am - 7:00pm at Fleet Feet Knoxville, 11619 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934 (both Fun Run & Timed)
* 5K Fun Run only: Wed June 4, 6:00am - 6:30am at The Cove, 11808 S Northshore Dr, Knoxville, TN 37922
* 5K Timed Run only: Wed June 4, 6:00pm - 6:45pm at The Cove, 11808 S Northshore Dr, Knoxville, TN 37922
AWARDS FOR 5K TIMED RUN:
* Overall awards ($40 Gift Card to Fleet Feet Knoxville): 1st Male, 1st Female, 1st Master Male, 1st Master Female, 1st Grand Master Male, & 1st Grand Master Female, 1st Senior Grand Master Male & 1st Senior Grand Master Female
* Age group awards ($20/$15/$10 Gift Card to Fleet Feet Knoxville): 1st, 2nd & 3rd in the following male and female age groups:<10, 11-14, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85+
OOFOS ON-SITE:
Our OOFOS Rep will be set-up for the evening race beginning at 6:00pm with demo shoes for you to try. OOFOS offers a wide range of styles and fits for both recovery and to wear during your runs and walks. Be sure to stop by, say hi, and see all that OOFOS has in their line-up!
Global Running Day is our holiday; a celebration of the activity we love and the sport that brings our community together. Were inviting all runners and walkers to join us on June 4th to mark the occasion, set a goal and cross the finish line. We encourage you to bring your family, friends, and neighbors.
We want to see the whole community participate because, seriously, running together rocks. What you can expect:
* It's on a Wednesdaywho couldn't use a mid-week pump-up?
* Finisher medals. Not just any medal. A very cool, make-your-friends-jealous medal (see image below).
* Proceeds benefit the Knox County Parks and Rec Youth Scholarship Program. This program provides financial assistance to Knox County youths that would otherwise not be able to participate in Knox County youth sports program.
AND WE MADE IT BETTER!
DATE/TIME: Now you can select from:
* 5K Fun Run - Wed 6/4 at 6:30 am
* 5K Timed Run - Wed 6/4 at 7:00 pm
LOCATION: The Cove, 11808 S Northshore Dr, Knoxville, TN 37922
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course starts at the Cove and runs out and back on the greenway. We will run past the bridge and the new section under Northshore Dr to a turnaround point.
REGISTRATION:
* $25, Now through 6/3
* $30, Race Day 6/4
PACKET PICKUP:
* Tues June 3, 10:00am - 7:00pm at Fleet Feet Knoxville, 11619 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934 (both Fun Run & Timed)
* 5K Fun Run only: Wed June 4, 6:00am - 6:30am at The Cove, 11808 S Northshore Dr, Knoxville, TN 37922
* 5K Timed Run only: Wed June 4, 6:00pm - 6:45pm at The Cove, 11808 S Northshore Dr, Knoxville, TN 37922
AWARDS FOR 5K TIMED RUN:
* Overall awards ($40 Gift Card to Fleet Feet Knoxville): 1st Male, 1st Female, 1st Master Male, 1st Master Female, 1st Grand Master Male, & 1st Grand Master Female, 1st Senior Grand Master Male & 1st Senior Grand Master Female
* Age group awards ($20/$15/$10 Gift Card to Fleet Feet Knoxville): 1st, 2nd & 3rd in the following male and female age groups:<10, 11-14, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85+
OOFOS ON-SITE:
Our OOFOS Rep will be set-up for the evening race beginning at 6:00pm with demo shoes for you to try. OOFOS offers a wide range of styles and fits for both recovery and to wear during your runs and walks. Be sure to stop by, say hi, and see all that OOFOS has in their line-up!
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