
Corryton Possum Chase 8-Miler, 4-Miler, and 2-Miler Races
Corryton, TN
Sat, Oct 24, 2026
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When
Saturday, October 24th, 2026
Where
9331 Davis Drive, Corryton TN
Distances
Typical weather
47–67°F · some rain risk
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2025
38–60°F
dry
2024
50–71°F
dry
2023
47–74°F
dry
2022
46–73°F
dry
2021
46–74°F
dry
2020
58–66°F
rain
2019
41–67°F
dry
2018
42–62°F
dry
2017
47–58°F
dry
2016
52–75°F
dry
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About this race
BENEFICIARIES
- Corryton Community Club: Committed to preserving Corryton’s rural charm and historical heritage while helping build a strong community through events, volunteerism, and education.
- Corryton Hospitality Pantry: Provides free food on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays from 10am to 2pm at Rutherford Memorial United Methodist Church.
PLACE
- Location: Corryton Community Center, 9331 Davis Drive, Corryton, TN 37721
DESCRIPTION
- Course: Out and back course on Corryton-Luttrell Road (USATF certification 8 Mile TN15044MS, 4 Mile TN24019MS, 2 Mile TN16052MS).
- Certification Links: Click 8 miler, 4 miler, 2 miler to view the USATF certification.
- Sanction: All courses are sanctioned by USATF.
RACE DAY ACTIVITIES
- 2026 Schedule (October 24):
- 7:00-8:15 AM: 8 mile race day registration & packet pickup (no early packet pickup date)
- 7:00-8:25 AM: 4 mile race day registration & packet pickup (no early packet pickup date)
- 7:00-8:35 AM: 2 mile race day registration & packet pickup (no early packet pickup date)
- 8:30 AM: 8 mile start, course closes at 10:30 AM.
- 8:40 AM: 4 mile start, course closes at 10:30 AM.
- 8:50 AM: 2 mile start, course closes at 10:30 AM.
- 9:45 AM - 2 mile awards, 10:10 AM - 4 mile awards, 10:40 AM - 8 mile awards
AWARDS
- 8-Miler Awards: Top 3 M/F Overall Finisher, Top M/F Master, Grandmaster, and Veteran Finisher. Awards Three Deep in Age Groups.
- 4-Miler Awards: Top 3 M/F Overall Finisher, Top M/F Master, Grandmaster, and Veteran Finisher. Awards Three Deep in Age Groups.
- 2-Miler Awards: Top 3 M/F Overall Finisher. Awards Three Deep in Age Groups.
- Team Awards: Fastest team award plaque (requires 4 members). Participation medals for all finishers.
REGISTRATION AND FEES
- 8 Mile: by October 11 $30 Adults/$25 Children | after October 12 $35 Adults/$25 Children | Day of Race $40 Adults/$30 Children
- 4 Mile: by October 11 $30 Adults/$25 Children | after October 12 $35 Adults/$30 Children | Day of Race $40 Adults/$35 Children
- 2 Mile: by October 11 $30 Adults/$25 Children | after October 12 $35 Adults/$30 Children | Day of Race $40 Adults/$35 Children
WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE
- Chip Timed Bib: Traditional race bib.
- Event T-shirt: 50/50 blend short sleeve. Options and costs for the T-shirt.
- Pickup: Shirts must be picked up in person Saturday morning before 10:30 am.
PACKET PICKUP
- Available: On race morning (October 24) from 7:00 AM until 15 minutes before the scheduled start time of each event.
RACE ETIQUETTE
- Course Safety: Roads are open to traffic. Major intersections will be monitored by law enforcement.
- Prohibitions: Roller blades, bicycles, and dogs are not allowed: headphones are discouraged.
- Strollers: Allowed on the 2 mile only: start behind runners and walkers.
RESULTS
- Where to Find: Complete results will be available on the Total Race Solutions website (TRS Results) and the RunSignup website (RSU Results).
TN RACE SERIES
- Event: This event is part of The Run and See Tennessee Race Series.
INFORMATION
- Contact: John Grigsby - john@corrytoncc.com
- Like Us: on Facebook and invite your friends at Corryton8Miler.
URL
- Race Information: Corryton Possum Chase Races
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