Get ready, KTC runners — because history is about to meet tradition! For the inaugural race in our brand-new Finish on the Field Series, you’ll be crossing the finish line on the playing field of none other than Neyland Stadium. Each year, our goal is to finish in a different stadium or field—football, baseball, soccer—you name it.
And to collect the full set of medals, you’ll have to start with this epic first one. 
Race Details: Inaugural Finish on the Field 5K
KTC is taking over Neyland Stadium this fall! Join us on:
Date: Saturday, October 18
Finish Line: On the legendary field at Neyland Stadium
Start: Bright and early on the Third Saturday in October
Thousands of runners, KTC members, and volunteers will converge on campus for a fall tradition like no other. Experience the thrill of pounding the turf —this is more than a race; it’s a once-in-a-lifetime finish.
Why Run This Race?
- Historic Finish: An Instagram moment you’ll never forget
- Unique Medals: Start your collection with the first of an ambitious series
- Community Energy: Thousands of local and visiting alumni, fans, and runners united in one epic fall event
- New Tradition: Become part of something that will grow into the must-do event of Fall
Medal Series: They’re Not Just Bling
Each year’s finisher’s medal will feature the name of that year’s field.
This year? Neyland Stadium—etched into history and hanging proudly on your wall.
Next year? A different field—but you can only begin the journey by earning this first iconic piece.
What's Included
- Race T-Shirt: Everyone registered before Friday, October 3 is guaranteed a shirt. The shirt is unisex in sizing. There are youth and adult sizes available.
- Post Race: We'll have snacks, Gatorade, water, and community. Hang out with us in the stadium (Sections A, B,C, and D only), meet up with friends, make new ones, and cheer for everyone as they finish on the field.
Awards for the 2.5k will start at 8:45
Awards for the 5k will start at 9:15
- Race Photos: Check your post-race email or come back to this page after the race for complimentary race photo downloads.
- Results: You can opt to enable text notifications of your finish time, or visit this page and click "Results" to see your time and placement. You'll also be able to print or download your finisher's certificate.
We absolutely, unequivocally, could not do this without our amazing volunteers!
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