The Butterfly Run

The metamorphosis from a caterpillar to a butterfly is nothing short of miraculous.  This year, the 13th annual Butterfly Run will be transformed to help some of East Tennessee’s biggest miracles by partnering with Friends of Tennessee’s Babies with Special Needs.  The Butterfly Fund family is honored to be working alongside this wonderful organization this year to continue the event so many of you have supported over the years.    
For years, runners have come together in August to race and raise support for children in need.  This year, we will continue that effort in the beautiful foothills of Maryville in May of 2024.  Proceeds from this year’s event will go to support Friends of Tennessee’s Babies with Special Needs.  This incredible organization works to enhance the potential of infants and young children with disabilities by offering support to their families and the early intervention professionals who serve them.  
We are incredibly excited to invite you to mark your calendar for May the 4th to join us for the 13th annual Butterfly Run.  Every mile completed, and every dollar raised means over 3,500 Tennessee children with special needs and their families will receive the support, resources and encouragement they need.  More details about this year’s event will be coming soon.  We look forward to joining you to celebrate and support East Tennessee’s babies with special needs!
Race WebsiteAdditional race information can be found at https://www.
Location:Springbrook Park1561 Dalton St, Alcoa, TN
Description:3K and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk    3K will be USATF certified and eligible for Tennessee state records. 
Check-In/Day of Race Registration and Packet Pick Up:  Springbrook Park Gym, 1561 Dalton St, Alcoa, TN.  (7:30 am - 8:15 am)   3K  Race Start at 8:30 am -  1 Mile Fun Run/Walk Race Start at 9:30 am  
Pre-Race Package Pickup: Thursday May 2nd 5:30 to 6:30 pm. Location to be Determined
T-SHIRTS: All runners will receive a quality, cotton/poly blend T-shirt. Shirts will be available on the day of the race for day-of-race entries as long as supplies last. Those who do not get their packets on race day may pick them up at the Friends of TN's Babies office up to approximately 2 weeks after the race.
AWARDS/PRIZES: Lots of prizes and an awards ceremony will be held on site at the Springbrook Park Pavilion immediately following the race at approximately 9:00 a.m.  Awards will be given to the top three finishers in each age group. All Fun Run/Walk participants will receive a ribbon. Race participants will be eligible for nice door prize drawings immediately following the 3K race.  AGE DIVISIONS: Male/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.  Overall: Male and Female   Masters: Male and Female (40 and older)  Grandmaster: Male and Female (50 and older)  Veteran: Male and Female (60 and older)
GENERAL INFORMATION: No baby strollers, bicycles, roller blades or dogs are allowed to be used by any participant during the race. The use of headsets is not recommended due to traffic on race route.  Wheelchairs are welcome and accommodations made on the 1 mile course..  
Refreshments: post-race refreshments will be served immediately following the race for all registered participants.
For more information regarding this race, please contact Friends of TN's Babies with Special Needs at www.helpingbabies.org