Run Santa Run Knoxville
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Run Santa Run : Knoxville, TN
Run Santa Run in Knoxville takes place on December 20, 2026. The event offers multiple race distances that start and finish at the timing station near El Mezcal, 118 N Forest Park Blvd, Knoxville, TN 37919.
Available distances:
- 5K
- 10K
- Half marathon
Online registration is open and race day registration may be available if space remains. Participant bibs and shirts must be picked up at early packet pick-up or on race day. Early packet pick-up is Friday, December 19 at Runners Market, 4443 Kingston Pike. Race day packet pick-up is held outside El Mezcal.
Course information and maps are provided for each distance. Aid stations are placed at about every 1.5 miles and will be stocked with GU energy gels, water, Gatorade, and fruit.
If a participant needs to switch distances, organizers must be notified before race day or the timing staff must be informed on race day before starting the new distance. No gear check is available.
Results will be posted online. Awards are presented to the top three overall male and female finishers and to the top three male and female finishers in each age group. Participants must be present to receive awards; mailed awards are available for a $15 fee. A portion of proceeds benefits the Jeff Roth Cycling Foundation. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
