2026 Strawberry Plains Half Marathon and 10K

The 2026 Strawberry Plains Half Marathon and 10K, presented by Eddie’s Health Shoppe, is scheduled for Saturday, February 14, 2026. The event takes place at Rush Strong School, located at 3081 W Old Andrew Johnson Hwy in Strawberry Plains, Tennessee. For mid-February in this region, participants can typically expect cool to cold morning temperatures, often ranging from the low 30s to mid-40s Fahrenheit, with a moderate chance of precipitation. The event features a USATF-certified road race through the rolling countryside of Jefferson County, offering a challenging scenic route through the Holston River Valley for half marathoners and a mostly flat out-and-back course for 10K runners.

What distances are available for this event?

• →Half Marathon (21.1 km) starting at 8:00 a.m. EST
• →10K (6.2 miles) starting at 8:00 a.m. EST

What are the registration fees and deadlines?

Half Marathon:

• →Early registration: $55 (until September 30, 2025)
• →Regular registration: $60 (October 1 – December 31, 2025)
• →Late registration: $65 (January 1 – February 14, 2026)
• →Race-day registration: $70

10K:

• →Early registration: $40 (until September 30, 2025)
• →Regular registration: $45 (October 1 – December 31, 2025)
• →Late registration: $55 (January 1 – February 14, 2026)
• →Race-day registration: $60

Are there any discounts available?

• →No-shirt discount: $5 off
• →KTC member discount: $5 off
• →Team discount: $5 off per person for teams of 4 or more (available until February 13, 2026)
• →Referral rewards: $15 back for 3 referrals; $25 back for 6 referrals

What is the event schedule?

• →Packet pickup (Early): Thursday, February 12, 4:45–7:00 p.m. at Dick’s House of Sport, Knoxville
• →Packet pickup (Race morning): Saturday, February 14, 6:30–7:45 a.m. at Rush Strong School gymnasium
• →Race start: 8:00 a.m. EST for both Half Marathon and 10K
• →Course closes: 11:30 a.m. EST (Half Marathon time limit: 3 hours 30 minutes)

What is the course terrain and description?

• →Half Marathon: A scenic road course through the Holston River Valley featuring steady rolling hills and views of Clinch and House Mountain; partially open to traffic.
• →10K: A mostly flat out-and-back road route with a few gentle climbs; partially open to traffic.
• →Both courses are certified road races (Half Marathon TN15005MS, 10K TN15006MS).

What are the age and participation restrictions?

• →Minimum age for the Half Marathon is 15 years.
• →The course is not walker-friendly.
• →Strollers, pets, bicycles, and roller blades are not permitted on the course.

What is included with registration?

• →Finisher medals for all Half Marathon and 10K participants.
• →T-shirts are guaranteed for participants registered before February 1, 2026.
• →Complimentary country-style breakfast served post-race.

What awards are offered?

• →Overall, masters, grand masters, and age-group awards (3-deep in 5-year increments).
• →Clydesdale/Athena divisions (Men 200+ lbs, Women 150+ lbs).
• →The event counts for KTC Grand Prix points (membership and volunteer participation required for scoring).

Are there any important course safety notes?

• →Headphone use is strongly discouraged due to partial traffic on the course.
• →Participants must follow specific parking directions provided for Rush Strong School and First Baptist Church.

What is the refund and transfer policy?

• →No refunds or transfers are issued for registration.