Scholars Run

Race Details

• Date: July 25, 2026
• Location: 502 East Lamar Alexander Parkway, Maryville, TN
• Events: 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
• Check-in: 6:45-7:30 a.m. on race day

Triple Crown Information

• Second Event: This is the 2nd event of the 2026 Healthy Blount Triple Crown of Running.
• Other Events: 1st event - Spring Sprint, April 18: 3rd event - Reindeer Run, December 6.
• Eligibility: Participating in all three 5K events makes you eligible for cash awards and prizes.
• Participation: You can still win great Triple Crown door prizes if you participate in the Reindeer Run and one other event.

Beneficiary

• Support: A portion of race proceeds benefit the Community Food Connection of Blount County.

The Course

• 5K Course: Includes area city streets.
• 1 Mile Fun Walk/Run: Situated entirely on the Maryville College campus.

Race Schedule

• 5K Run: 8:00 a.m.
• 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk: 8:45 a.m.
• Pre Race Package Pickup: Thursday before race day, 5 to 7 p.m. at Dick's Sporting Goods, 221 Hamilton Crossing Drive, Alcoa, TN 37701.

T-Shirts

• Distribution: All participants will receive a high-quality short-sleeved unisex shirt.
• Size Guarantee: Shirt size guaranteed for pre-registrants.
• Availability: Day-of registrants will receive a shirt while supplies last.

Awards and Prizes

• Ceremony: An awards ceremony will be held on-site after the event.
• Claiming Awards: Unclaimed awards will be available at the Parks and Rec Office, 316 South Everett High Road, Maryville, TN.
• Categories: Awards for top three finishers in each age group, and overall winners in the 5K.
• Participation Gifts: All Fun Run/Walk participants will receive a gift.

General Information

• Prohibitions: No bicycles, roller blades, or dogs allowed on the course.
• Headsets: Not recommended due to traffic on the race route.

Refreshments

• Post-Race: Refreshments will be available immediately following the race for all registered participants.

Contact Information

• Additional Info: For more information on the Scholars Run or Triple Crown of Running.
• Phone: Contact the Parks & Rec office at (865) 983-9244.
• Website: Visit Parks & Rec Special Events for more details.

Registration Link

• Sign Up: Register for the Scholars Run at this webpage.