
From the Organizer
Events
Weather
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
76°
Typical Low
53°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Somerset 2 N, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
984 ft
Nearest Airport
LEX
Blue Grass Airport · 63 mi
Major Hub
TYS
McGhee Tyson Airport · 96 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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Days to train
Coming Up
The COOL RUN at MIDNIGHT
Less than a mile away
Connect Community Village 5K Run/Walk
Less than a mile away
PACK THE PANTRY 4-MILE RELAY RACE
Less than a mile away
Sweaty Hooters Trail Runs and Stage Race
10 miles away
From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The Alton Blakley 5K To Beat Breast Cancer
Oct 3, 2026