Renaissance Run 5K (Run or Walk)

You are invited to the 2026 Renaissance Run 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run in historic Norris, TN on Saturday, May 9th at 9:00 AM

This annual Run is sponsored by the Norris Area Community Foundation (NACF), in memory of Michael Curtin. NACF is an community fund of East Tennessee Foundation and provides a way for those who love the Norris Area, (Norris, Andersonville, Bethel and Fairview) to donate money and other resources, to benefit current and future area residents. Proceeds from the Renaissance Run directly benefit the Norris Area Community Foundation’s community grants.

TO BE GUARANTEED AN EVENT T-SHIRT, YOU MUST PRE-REGISTER BY APRIL 9, 2026.

WAYS TO PARTICIPATE

Renaissance Run: 5K Run or 5K Walk (IN-PERSON): The 5K Event begins at the Norris Middle School, winds through moderately hilly, historic neighborhoods, and returns to downtown Norris. Participants will be eligible for prizes, medals & an event shirt.

Renaissance Run: 1-Mile Fun Walk (IN- PERSON): The 1-Mile Fun Run meanders around the Norris Commons sidewalk twice. Participants will be eligible for a prize drawing & an event shirt.

Renaissance: Virtual Participant: The 5K Virtual Option is a wonderful choice for those that are unable to attend the In-Person event. Participants will be eligible for a prize drawing & event shirt and are encouraged to share their time and photographs on the Renaissance Run Facebook Page (@NACFRENAISSANCERUN).

DONATION ONLY: If you are not able to participate this year, but would still like to support NACF click here. 

PRIZES & AWARDS

Prizes will be awarded to the top three overall In-Person 5K Event winners (male and female). In addition, 1st and 2nd place medals will be awarded to a male and female in each of the following 5K Event categories:

CHILDREN........………………..(11 and younger)

JUNIORS..................................(12-18) 

OPEN........................................(18-39) 

MASTERS ................................(40-59) 

SENIORS............………...........(60-75)

GOLDEN...................................(75 & Older)

INTERESTED IN SPONSORING?

Our sponsors are a vital part of the success of the Renaissance Run. If you are interested in being a race sponsor, please click here.

Join fellow runners on May 9, 2026 for the Renaissance Run 5K (Run or Walk). It's a fantastic 5K, 1.6K featuring a flat and fast course in Norris.