Little River Rush Half Marathon
Updated
Saturday, May 15, 2027 (race weekend from Friday, May 14, 2027), first start 7:30 AM, in Maryville (3741 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy). Distances: Half marathon. Entry from $70; the Half marathon goes from $70 to $75 after December 31.
Course and race notes
Experience one of the fastest and most scenic half marathons in East Tennessee.
The Little River Rush Half Marathon offers a unique point-to-point course through the peaceful back roads of Townsend, surrounded by breathtaking mountain views and free from the congestion of busier race locations.
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
May 14 to May 15
Main race Sat May 15 · in 189 days
Start time
7:30 AM
Earliest wave on Sat
Course
Road or path
Paved course
Distances
Half marathon
Price
$70
Plus the platform's processing fee
Half marathon goes up after Thu Dec 31 (in 54 days)
Registration
Open
Online signup closes Fri May 14 (in 188 days)
Opened May 18, 2026
Race day in Maryville
Weather
79° / 57°F
Typical high and low for May 15, with a 36% chance of rain.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Knoxville Mcghee Tyson Airport, TN (8 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
6:30 AM – 8:32 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Saturday.
Calculated for the race location.
Where it is
Pin from the race's listed address. The start line can differ; check the race website for the course map. Directions
Plan your trip
For the night before, Fri May 14
Where to stay
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Trip cost
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Race entry starts at the lowest listed price, before the platform's fee.