Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Knoxville, TN (42)
Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M offers a unique out-and-back course with a chance for festive costumes.
Race Date
Oct 17, 2026
Location
Knoxville, TN
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, October 17, 2026
- Location
- Knoxville, Tennessee
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 22
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M in Knoxville, TN, presents a straightforward out-and-back course designed for steady progress. This event, with its most recent edition in 2025, has been a consistent fixture, drawing runners from approximately six states.
The course is an out-and-back route, with the half marathon completing the loop six times. This structure offers a predictable running experience, ideal for those aiming for a solid performance. The time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes accommodates a wide range of paces.
Runners can look forward to finisher medals and a gear shop, with an emphasis on festive participation, including a best costume award. The event is organized by US Road Running, known for its series points and awards.
Race-provided description
Race Information The race starts at 9:00 AM. Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts. All runners must register on RunSignup. No on-site registration. Additional Information The starting line is near Shelter #1. 5K & 10K Course (0.78M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5653980766 The course is an out-and-back (1.56M) The 5K does the out-and-back two times. The 10K does the out-and-back four times. Half Marathon Course (1.09M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5796493972 The course is an out-and-back (2.18M). The Half Marathon does the out-and-back six times. Course Time Limit 3 hours and 30 minutes. View Race Information on US Road Running
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Start Time
9:00 AM
Start Location
3300 Holston Hills Road, Knoxville, TN, 37914
Course Info
Course Type
Out & Back
Terrain
road
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
1 other map for this race
Quality Score
2 years running
~11 finishers a year
small race — neutral
0% returning runners
3 timing sources
runners from 6 states
winner 2:05:59
typical high 68°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
48°
Afternoon (High)
68°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
10 mph
Wind
66%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 22 finishers actually crossed the line across 2 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
22
Median time
2:14:28
Latest turnout
13
States
7
Turnout by year
2024–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Knoxville, TN (42)?
The Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Knoxville, TN (42) is held on Saturday, October 17, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
Where does the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Knoxville, TN (42) take place?
It takes place in Knoxville, Tennessee.
What distances does the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Knoxville, TN (42) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Knoxville, TN (42) course flat and good for a PR?
The Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Knoxville, TN (42) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
How many people run the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Knoxville, TN (42)?
HalfRuns has finish records for 22 runners who have completed the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Knoxville, TN (42).
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