Run for the Scrubs 5K presented by LMU Caylor School of Nursing
- Date
- September 19, 2026
- Location
- Victor Ashe Park, Knoxville, TN
- Distance
- Run for the Scrubs 5K presented by LMU Caylor School of Nursing · Virtual 5K – Supporting in Spirit (and in Sweatpants)
From the Organizer
Get ready to lace up for a cause!
Run for the Scrubs is a timed 5K fun run hosted by the Epsilon Sigma at-Large Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing. Join us at Victor Ashe Park for a morning of movement, motivation, and community spirit—all to raise scholarship funds for future nurses from LMU, ETSU, Milligan, King, and Emory & Henry. Whether you walk, jog, or sprint, every step supports the next generation of nurses. Strollers are welcome!
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
82°
Typical Low
58°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Knoxville Exp Stn, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Knoxville, TN
Population
193,721
as of 2023
Elevation
1,007 ft
Nearest Airport
TYS
McGhee Tyson Airport · 11 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
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Run for the Scrubs 5K presented by LMU Caylor School of Nursing, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
103
Days to train
- Race
- Run for the Scrubs 5K presented by LMU Caylor School of Nursing
- Date
- September 19, 2026
- Location
- Victor Ashe Park, Knoxville, TN
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From Endurance Grid
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Running
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Run for the Scrubs 5K presented by LMU Caylor School of Nursing?
- Run for the Scrubs 5K presented by LMU Caylor School of Nursing is a running race held in Knoxville, Tennessee on September 19, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Run for the Scrubs 5K presented by LMU Caylor School of Nursing?
- Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Knoxville, Tennessee at Victor Ashe Park, Knoxville, TN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Run for the Scrubs 5K presented by LMU Caylor School of Nursing?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Run for the Scrubs 5K presented by LMU Caylor School of Nursing
Sep 19, 2026