Regal Knoxville Turkey Trot 5K + Little Gobbler Kid's Run

Regal Knoxville Turkey Trot 5K + Little Gobbler Kid's Run is held in downtown Knoxville, Tennessee, on November 26, 2026. The kids' run, a 1-mile event for ages 12 and under, starts at 8:00 AM, and the 5K (3.1 miles) follows at 8:45 AM. Elite corrals are set up at the front for safety and to reduce congestion, awards are given across age groups, and light refreshments are available after the finish. The course runs through the city center.

A downtown 5K with dedicated start corrals is a good setting for a fast time. If that is your goal, seed yourself honestly, warm up in the 45 minutes after the kids' race, and aim for an even effort rather than a fast first mile. Runners newer to racing can prepare with four to six weeks of easy running; the atmosphere and the age-group awards give everyone something to aim for. Families can turn it into a full morning by starting with the Little Gobbler run.