Crazy 8s 8K

JUL
18
2026
The Crazy 8s 8K features a unique, candle-lit figure-eight course with a rousing finish inside a stadium. This late-night event in Kingsport also includes a 3K run/walk and youth runs. It's known for attracting top runners and offering a festive atmosphere.
Sat 18 Jul 2026
Almost Crazy 3k Run/walk Crazy 8s 8k Run Lazy 8s (virtual 8k or Sh... Little 8s Youth Runs Special 8s (special Needs...

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Events

The Crazy 8s is a multi-race event taking place in Kingsport, Tennessee. The main event is the 8K run. Other events include:

  • An Almost Crazy 3K run/walk.
  • A Totally Crazy combo for running both the 3K and the 8K.
  • Little 8s Youth Runs and Special 8s for participants with special needs, both held on the football field inside J. Fred Johnson Stadium.
  • A Lazy 8s virtual 8K or shirt-only option.

Course and Location

The 8K run is a late-night race on a unique figure-eight course. The streets are lit by candles. The race finishes inside J. Fred Johnson Stadium at 1 Tribe Way in Kingsport.

Additional Information

The event is described as hosting top USA men and women runners. It was named a Top 10 Easy-Entry American Road Race Worth Traveling For by Inside Hook magazine. Packet pickup and late registration occur on the day of the event at Palmer Early Learning Center in Kingsport. A post-race pancake breakfast is available. The event is open to runners, walkers, and wheelchair athletes. Well-behaved, leashed dogs and baby strollers are permitted. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

8 km
Crazy 8s 8k Run
Almost Crazy 3k Run/walk
Lazy 8s (virtual 8k or Shirt Only)
Little 8s Youth Runs
Special 8s (special Needs)