New Year's Day 5K - Knoxville
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Event information
The New Year's Day 5K Run/Walk is scheduled for January 1, 2026 in Knoxville, Tennessee at 2260 Sutherland Avenue (Knoxville, TN 37919). The 5K course is certified (TN23034MS). The event includes multiple participation options:
- 5K
- Kids Run : 1 mile, out-and-back
- New Year's Day 5K - Virtual
Registration, logistics and race details
Registration has a tiered schedule: Early (June 1 - August 31) $25; Regular (September 1 - December 17) $30; Late (December 18 - December 31) $35; Race day $40. The Kids Run fee is $10. Age-based pricing for the 5K during early online registration: ages 4-12 $10, ages 13-17 $15 (deadline December 28). No refunds or bib transfers. KTC members receive a $5 discount. A referral program offers $15 back for three referrals and $25 back for six referrals. Volunteers receive coupon codes toward race registration; non-running volunteers who work the entire race receive a larger coupon.
Awards are given to the top male and female finishers and to the oldest and youngest male and female. Awards are also distributed to the first 100 men and women at the finish; there are no age-group awards. The 5K course closes in 1 hour and 15 minutes. Roller blades, strollers, bicycles, and dogs are not allowed on the course. Light post-race snacks will be provided. Complete results will be posted on the Knoxville Track Club website. Grand Prix points will be awarded as part of the 2026 team competition; eligibility requires KTC membership and volunteering at three KTC races. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.