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Veterans Heritage Ridge Run Event - 10K Ruck Race

Knoxville, United States • 25-26 Apr 2026

Event Overview

This event is the 8th annual Veterans Heritage Ridge Run, a fundraiser supporting the construction and upkeep of Sharps Ridge Veterans Memorial Park.

Distances

Participants can choose from several events:

  • 10K Ruck Race
  • 10K Virtual Run Anywhere
  • 5K Trail Run
  • 5K Virtual Run Anywhere
  • Family Fun Run/Walk (1 mile)
  • Sleeping but Supporting

Course and Location

The in-person event starts at Lincoln Park Technology Trade School in Knoxville, Tennessee, at 535 Chickamauga Ave. The 10K Ruck Race course is a loop on the well-marked hiking trails of Sharps Ridge. The route meanders through largely wooded and hilly terrain.

Additional Information

The event offers a virtual option for the 10K Ruck Race, allowing participants to run their own chosen course within a specified time window. Virtual participants can use an app or manual entry to submit results but are not eligible for awards. The RaceJoy app is available for participants to provide GPS tracking and progress alerts. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Tennessee Knoxville

Race information

Website Registration
10 km
10k Ruck
5 km
5k Trail Run
Family Fun Walk
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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