The Milligan Buffalo 5k is a running race on October 24, 2026 in Milligan, TN.
Each Saturday morning of the Milligan University annual Homecoming festivities, Associated Ladies for Milligan (ALM) hosts a 5k run/2.5K walk. This event continues to grow in popularity and welcomes alumni and their families, current students and the surrounding community. Proceeds help fund an endowment which permanently provides student scholarships at Milligan. Payment accepted at packet pick-up (cash or check only-$20.00) or by registering at Milligan.edu/homecoming.
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
67°
Typical Low
41°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Elizabethton, 4 mi from the venue.
Nearest Airport
TRI
Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA Airport · 14 mi
Major Hub
TYS
McGhee Tyson Airport · 101 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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The Milligan Buffalo 5k
Oct 24, 2026