Run the Runway 5K - Sparta

The Run the Runway 5K is an annual running event held at the Upper Cumberland Regional Airport in Sparta, Tennessee. This 5-kilometer race serves as the kickoff for the Plane Pull event benefiting Special Olympics Tennessee. Participants receive an event t-shirt and medal, and the race is officially timed, with awards given to the top three finishers.

The event is hosted by the Tennessee Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Tennessee and the Upper Cumberland Regional Airport. It offers a unique course on the airport runway, creating a distinctive atmosphere for runners supporting a charitable cause. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.