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Pirate 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Knoxville, TN (16)

Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT

Location
Knoxville, TN
Holston River Park, 3300 Holston Hills Road, 37914
Type
RUN
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Set sail for a pirate-themed run in Knoxville, offering 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon distances with themed medals and costume fun.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
  • Festive

Great for: casual, fun-first runners, runners who like a competitive edge

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

Embark on a spirited adventure at the Pirate 5K, 10K, & 13.1M in Knoxville, TN. This event invites runners to embrace a fun, themed experience, complete with an out-and-back course for all distances. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or simply enjoying the camaraderie, you'll earn points toward the US Road Running Race Series. All finishers receive a unique themed medal, and dressing in your best pirate costume is highly encouraged to enhance the festive atmosphere.

What to expect

  • - Enjoy an out-and-back course for all distances, with the Half Marathon completing six loops.
  • - Celebrate your finish with a unique pirate-themed medal.
  • - Embrace the spirit by wearing your favorite pirate costume.

Standout details

  • Pirate-themed finisher medals
  • Costumes encouraged
  • US Road Running Race Series points
  • Awards for top finishers

Perks & features

  • Medal

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Distances & registration

3 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 5K

    Sat, Apr 18, 9:00 AM EDT · From $33.80

    Opens Dec 9, 2020, 10:18 AM EST · Closes Apr 18, 2026, 5:00 AM EDT

  • 10K

    Sat, Apr 18, 9:00 AM EDT · From $49.70

    Opens Dec 9, 2020, 10:18 AM EST · Closes Apr 18, 2026, 5:00 AM EDT

  • 13.1 Miles

    Sat, Apr 18, 9:00 AM EDT · From $70.90

    Opens Dec 9, 2020, 5:03 AM EST · Closes Apr 18, 2026, 5:00 AM EDT

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The course

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From the organizer

Race Information The race starts at 9:00 AM. Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts. All runners must register on RunSignup. No on-site registration.

Additional Information The starting line is near Shelter #1.

5K & 10K Course https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5653980766 The course is an out-and-back. The 5K does the course twice. The 10K does the course four times.

Half Marathon Course https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5796493972 The course is an out-and-back. The Half Marathon does the course six times.

Course Time Limit 3 hours and 30 minutes.

Finisher Medals All finishers will receive a themed medal.

Series Points This race earns points towards the US Road Running Race Series. For more information go to https://usroadrunning.com/S.php

Best Costume Wearing a costume is not required, but we do encourage it.

Awards https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php

Frequently Asked Questions and Information https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php

US Road Running https://usroadrunning.com

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