
Duck Island Summer Mile # 2 is a running race on September 8, 2026 in Kingsport, TN, with an entry fee of $5.
From the Organizer
$5.00 for Non SFTC Members to run in the race.
SFTC Members are FREE to run in the race.
The mile is a low key (no awards and no shirts) and is part of the SFTC KFOM, Adult Mile series and K&Q series. The race qualifies for the TN State records. Volunteering counts toward SFTC Volunteer points and K&Q requirements. If you would like to volunteer to help with the race, please e-mail Bob Townsend @ bobtownsend@comcast.net or call @ 423-525-7335
Weather
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Tuesday, 9/8
High
89°
Low
61°
Conditions
Sunny
Chance of Rain
0%
Wind
0 to 5 mph
Host City
Population
55,807
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,250 ft
Nearest Airport
TRI
Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA Airport · 9 mi
Major Hub
TYS
McGhee Tyson Airport · 95 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
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Coming Up
Duck Island Summer Mile # 2
Sep 8, 2026