Whiskey Run Knoxville

Whiskey Run Knoxville takes place in Knoxville, Tennessee, on November 15, 2026, with three distances to choose from: a 5K (3.1 miles), a 10K (6.2 miles), and a half marathon (13.1 miles). The route takes you through the streets of downtown Knoxville and then into the green spaces of Knox County, mixing an urban feel with a more natural setting.

The three-distance format means you can take part whatever your level, from a short, fast effort to the longer half. The half marathon is a good goal if you've built up over a 12-week plan with a weekly long run reaching 10 to 11 miles, and the downtown-to-greenway mix keeps the miles interesting. The 10K works as a serious test after six to eight weeks of steady running, while the 5K is the pick for beginners or anyone who wants to be part of the day without a long build. Since it's a road event across all three distances, standard road shoes are fine, and pacing by even effort will serve you well whichever race you choose.