I Just Want to Be A Unicorn Half Marathon and 5k 2027 — Knoxville, TN

Date
March 6, 2027
Location
Knoxville, TN
Venue
500 Neyland Drive
Start Time
8:00 AM
Sunrise
6:58 AM
Entry Fee
$30.00 – $75.00
Events
Half Marathon, 5k Run/Walk
Includes
Special Edition Shirt | Long Sleeved Awesome shirt
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I Just Want to Be A Unicorn Half Marathon and 5k is a running event held on March 6, 2027, in Knoxville, Tennessee, at 500 Neyland Drive. Participants can choose between a 1 mile or half marathon distance. Entry fees range from $30.00 to $75.00, with a typical start time of 8:00 AM. The race offers a virtual participation option.

From the Race Organizer
Join Personal Best Racing for our I Just Want To Be A Unicorn Half Marathon and 5k along the beautiful riverfront greenways and roads. We are continuing our GREEN STREAK! Half Marathon begins at 8am heading west on Neyland to the greenway connection that goes over the river (and through the woods) then back to pickup the Tyson Greenway to concord and back to the Volunteer Landing for a magical finish! The 5k begins at 8:15am and heads west on Neyland and turns around at connection of new greenway and old greenway. Packet Pickup will be held on Friday evening, March 5th at The Long Run 2452 Sutherland Ave, Knoxville, TN 37919 5-7pm and then again Saturday morning at Volunteer Landing, 956 Volunteer Landing Lane starting at 6:30am closing at 7:50am for both the half marathon and 5k. All participants will receive a medal, but the half marathon medals will be different. Awards will go to top 3 male and female over all, top masters male and female, 3 deep male and female Age group awards 5 and under, 6-10 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-89, 90+ The Courses are as follows: HALF MARATHON 5k Course Please like our facebook page @Personal Best Racing

Course & Travel Notes

Sunrise on race day is 6:59 AM, about an hour after the 8:00 AM start time. The venue elevation is 899 feet. In March, Knoxville typically sees average highs of 61°F and average lows of 36°F, with measurable precipitation on 42% of days. McGhee Tyson Airport is located 11.2 miles from the venue.

⛰️ 899 ft elevation☀️ Typically 61°F / 36°F · 42% chance of rain✈️ McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) — 11.2 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is I Just Want to Be A Unicorn Half Marathon and 5k 2027 — Knoxville, TN?

I Just Want to Be A Unicorn Half Marathon and 5k 2027 — Knoxville, TN takes place on March 6, 2027. The race is held in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Where is I Just Want to Be A Unicorn Half Marathon and 5k 2027 — Knoxville, TN held?

I Just Want to Be A Unicorn Half Marathon and 5k 2027 — Knoxville, TN is held at 500 Neyland Drive in Knoxville, Tennessee.

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