The Little River Rush Half Marathon starts at 5:30 PM on May 14, 2027, in Maryville, Tennessee, so plan your travel and pre-race routine accordingly if you're arriving from out of town. The event takes place at 3741 E Lamar Alexander Parkway and offers a standard half marathon distance. Entry fees range from $25 to $145 depending on registration timing and options selected. If you can't make it to Maryville in person, a virtual participation option is available, allowing you to complete the half marathon on your own schedule and submit results remotely. This flexibility works well for athletes juggling multiple races or travel conflicts.
From the Race Organizer
Experience one of the fastest and most scenic half marathons in East Tennessee. The Little River Rush Half Marathon offers a unique point-to-point course through the peaceful back roads of Townsend, surrounded by breathtaking mountain views and free from the congestion of busier race locations. Starting at the Smoky Mountain Heritage Center, the course travels one direction to Heritage High School, showcasing over 600 feet of total descent and more than 200 feet of net downhill, making this a truly fast and rewarding race experience, It's really downhill, like actually, check the course profile down below! This course is USATF Certified for Age Group, National records or for using to get into other races requiring a time standard: Race Details Runner Check-In & Packet Pickup: All participants must pick up their race bib during one of the scheduled packet pickup times: Friday Evening May 15 5:00-7:00pm Super Chix Farragut Location 116 Brooklawn St, Farragut, TN 37934 Saturday Morning May 16 5:30- 7:00am from Parking / Finish area at Heritage High School 3741 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Maryville, TN 37804 Race Morning: PARKING: ALL PARTICIPANTS SHOULD PARK AT THE HERITAGE HIGH SCHOOL (FINISH AREA) AND BE BUSSED TO THE START! *Parking at the start is up to individuals to determine transportation from finish to their vehicles. Busses will transport participants from Finish to Start (Staging from Peaceful Side Social, Townsend Square Dr.) RACE START : 7:30am START: Peaceful Side Social (Townsend Square Dr.) FINISH: Heritage High School Finisher Medals: All finishers will receive a custom finishers race medal. Register by May 1 to guarantee your finisher medal! Awards: Top 3 Overall (Male & Female) Top 3 per Age Group (Male & Female): Under 19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, 70+ Shirts: Order deadline is May 1st! Race Day Amenities Restrooms: Portable will be available at Herritage High School, and also at the Start area. There will be also be Portables located along the course, locations TBA closer to race date. Aid Stations: Located at miles 4, 7, and 10. Each station will offer water and Gatorade. Parking & Transportation: All participants must park at Heritage High School, where buses will transport runners to the start staging area at Peaceful Side Social on Townsend Square Dr. Please arrive early—the final bus will depart at 6:45 AM sharp. Any runner missing the last shuttle will be responsible for their own transportation to the start line. Runners may be dropped off at the start line; however, all vehicles must yield to buses. Buses are reserved for runners and volunteers only. After the race, runners are free to leave at their convenience, exiting from Tuckaleechee Pike will not be permitted with race traffic, please plan on using the E Lamar Alexander Pkwy entrance. Spectators are responsible for their own transportation. Supporting Local Youth Athletes Proceeds from the race benefit the Heritage High School Cross Country and Track & Field programs, supporting the next generation of student-athletes as they train and compete locally and regionally. For Sponsorship information contact Race Director C. John Chavis at cjohnchavis@gmail.com Donations are also accepted from the top of this page.
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for May 14.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Maryville, TN.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
When is Little River Rush Half Marathon 2027 — Maryville, TN?
Little River Rush Half Marathon 2027 — Maryville, TN takes place on May 14, 2027. The race is held in Maryville, Tennessee.
Where is Little River Rush Half Marathon 2027 — Maryville, TN held?
Little River Rush Half Marathon 2027 — Maryville, TN is held at 3741 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy in Maryville, Tennessee.
Where can I find hotels near Little River Rush Half Marathon 2027 — Maryville, TN?
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