Fireball Classic 5K and Kid's Mile

The Fireball Classic 5K is a summer tradition that continues in 2026 for the 42nd year! 

We are excited to welcome The Casual Pint - Northshore, as our title sponsor for this year's event.

Date, Time & Place: Friday, July 3rd, 2026, Kid's Mile - 8:00pm, 5K - 9:00pm, Neyland Dr

Kickoff your 4th of July festivities with a fast 5k on Neyland Drive - it's the Fireball Classic 5k and Kid's Mile! 

Course Description: Runners will start in the east bound lane of Neyland Dr, in front of the G-10 parking lot, and run out before returning in the west bound lane, finishing in the shadow of Neyland Stadium. Kid's Mile will be an out and back on Neyland Drive. 

Registration and Entry Fee (No refunds or bib transfers): Early Bird Pricing through December 31 - $30, Jan 1 thru April 30 - $35, May 1 thru July 2 - $40, day of race (7/3) - $45. Kid's Mile fee is $10 through Dec. 31, then $15 1/1 - 7/3.  Only one coupon may be used at a time.  No discounts on day-of registration. 

Shirts: Adults shirts will be a UNISEX COTTON MUSCLE TEE; Kids will receive a shirt and finisher's medal. Shirt order will be placed on June 5.  To ensure your correct shirt size, please register by June 4. Sizes can be exchanged after the race if supplies are available. We will order extra, but when the inventory runs out in RunSignup, there will be no more shirts. 

Results: Results will be posted on Runsignup after the race. 

Grand Prix Points and Team Competition: The Fireball 5k is on the 2026 Team Competition schedule. 

Post Race Refreshments: Assorted refreshments will be provided post race in the event tent. 

Race Etiquette: Due to insurance regulations, roller blades, strollers, bicycles, and dogs are not allowed on the course. The 5K course closes in 1 hour and 15 minutes. KTC discourages the use of headphones at events.

Information or Special Assistance: Please contact the KTC Events Manager at Jessica@ktc.org.

KTC Safety Policy: The Knoxville Track Club Board of Directors has approved an Event Safety Policy, viewable here: Weather Policy. Please familiarize yourself with it.

Join fellow runners on July 3, 2026 for the Fireball Classic 5K and Kid's Mile. It's a fantastic 5K, 1.6K featuring a flat and fast course in Knoxville.