April 30, 2024
21st annual event set for April 5-6, 2025
Following a strong finish at the 20th annual Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon, race organizers are opening registration for the 2025 event that will take place April 5-6. Participants will be able to sign up at 12 a.m. Eastern on May 1.
“The energy is still high from our 20th annual races, making now an ideal time to register for the 2025 event,” said Jason Altman, Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon race director. “The Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon is a signature community event with challenges for every age and ability. Set a goal and sign up at the lowest price. We look forward to seeing you at the finish line in 2025!”
The race weekend includes the Covenant Kids Run, 5K, four-person relay, wheelchair and handcycle races and half- and full marathon. To further motivate participants, the Fittest School Challenge and Fittest Company Challenge engage schoolchildren and employees in a friendly competition to encourage active lifestyles. Course routes showcase Knoxville’s neighborhoods, greenways and downtown.
More than 6,100 people participated in the 2024 event, completing more than 41,800 miles total. For the 21st annual races, organizers aim to attract more participants and plan for the biggest and best event yet. In addition to the races, the 2025 Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon will offer the Clayton Health & Fitness Expo, Pilot Travel Centers Post-Race Party and more to enjoy.
Registration will open at runsignup.com/Race/TN/Knoxville/KnoxvilleMarathon. Fees will be $70 for the full marathon, $55 for the half-marathon, $40 for a four-person relay, $25 for a 5K, and $15 for Covenant Kids Run. An increase in entry fees will take effect at 11:59 p.m. Eastern on Friday, May 31.
“Get a head start on the 2025 action,” Altman said. “Announcements and updates for the 21st annual Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon will be shared online in the coming months.”
For more information about the 2025 Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon, visit knoxvillemarathon.com.
About Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon
The Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon is a premier event organized by the Knoxville Track Club, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization with the mission of encouraging lifelong physical well-being through running and walking. KTC is a member of the USATF, AAU, Road Runners Club of America, Knoxville Chamber and the Knox Area Greenways Coalition.
