The Pistol

About the Event

WELCOME TO YEAR 13 OF THE PISTOL PARTY!
March 14–16, 2026 | Alcoa, TN
An unforgettable ultra in the heart of East Tennessee.

WHY RUN THE PISTOL?
Kick off your spring with a blast at one of the most fun, welcoming, and exciting ultra events around! Nestled just outside Knoxville, The Pistol Ultra Run has earned its reputation as a must-do for both seasoned ultrarunners and curious first-timers.

With distances ranging from 10 miles to 100 miles, there’s a challenge for every type of runner. Push your limits, celebrate your milestones, and party with hundreds of other runners who understand that normal is overrated.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Epic Finisher Awards & Swag – Because you earned it.
Heated, Fully-Stocked Aid Stations – Warm, welcoming, and legendary.
Pampering Volunteers – Some of the best you’ll ever meet.
Flat, Fast, Certified USATF Course – A greenway dream in East TN.
Lit at Night – Literally. The course is lit for your safety & vibes.
Push Rims & Walkers Welcome – Inclusivity is part of our DNA.
Food Truck Meal Ticket – Free for the Ultra Runners (100M, 100K, 50M, & 50K)

COURSE OVERVIEW
The races start and finish at the Springbrook Pool Center in Alcoa. The paved greenway trail follows scenic Pistol Creek, with gentle terrain and night lighting for around-the-clock support. The loop layout keeps the energy high and the vibes strong with friends never far away.

Distances include:

10 Mile, 20 Mile, Half, Full, 50K, 50M, 100K, 100M

Try the Double Barrel Challenge – 50K and 50M!

Generous cutoffs mean you have plenty of time to achieve your goal (up to 32 hours for the big ones!)

🔥 DOUBLE BARREL CHALLENGE
Take on both the 50K and 50M for the exclusive Double Barrel Award. Medals, bragging rights, and a custom award await the bold. (Must start and finish both to qualify. Select during registration.)

PLAN YOUR WEEKEND

Arrive Friday At the Hilton Knoxville Airport:

Packet pickup
Visit The Pistol Store
Preview the Course
Meet your tribe and soak up the hype
Guest Speaker (TBA Later)

Set up your own support crew area along the course. Enjoy access to indoor heated restrooms, and expect a community atmosphere like no other.

BE PART OF THE MAGIC
Not racing? You can still be part of the party. We need passionate volunteers to help keep this show rolling. Runners can even volunteer AND race. It takes a village—and we want YOU in it.

FOLLOW THE ACTION
Stay in the loop by liking our Facebook Page or Instagram Page Tell your crew, rally your friends, and come ready to run, cheer, and celebrate. The Pistol isn’t just a race—it’s a weekend-long experience.

Pet Policy: As much as we love animals, our insurance policy does not allow dogs or pets on the premises. We kindly ask that you leave your pets at home. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!

Races Offered

50K

Mar 14, 2026

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Distance — 31.14 Miles

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07:55

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$95.00

50K/50 Mile Double Barrel

Mar 14, 2026

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Distance — 81.069 Miles

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07:55

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$190.00

100 Mile

Mar 14, 2026

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Distance — 101.8 Miles

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08:00

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$250.00

100K

Mar 14, 2026

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Distance — 62.28 Miles

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08:00

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$150.00

50 Mile Night Race

Mar 14, 2026

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Distance — 50.9 Miles

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20:00

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$115.00

10 Mile

Mar 15, 2026

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Distance — 13.25 Miles

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08:00

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$55.00

20 Mile

Mar 15, 2026

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Distance — 26.5 Miles

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08:00

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$65.00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for March in Alcoa.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 5.5° / 17.4°

wb_sunny 2.3° / 14.7°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 10.3 /

water_drop 67.6%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 5.5° / 17.4°

wb_sunny 2.3° / 14.7°

air 10.3 km/h

water_drop 67.6%

About Alcoa

Learn more about the host city, Alcoa.

Alcoa is a city in Blount County, Tennessee, United States. Its population was 10,978 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Knoxville, TN Metropolitan Statistical Area.

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About the Event

WELCOME TO YEAR 13 OF THE PISTOL PARTY! March 14–16, 2026 | Alcoa, TNAn unforgettable ultra in the heart of East Tennessee.

WHY RUN THE PISTOL?Kick off your spring with a blast at one of the most fun, welcoming, and exciting ultra events around! Nestled just outside Knoxville, The Pistol Ultra Run has earned its reputation as a must-do for both seasoned ultrarunners and curious first-timers.

With distances ranging from 10 miles to 100 miles, there’s a challenge for every type of runner. Push your limits, celebrate your milestones, and party with hundreds of other runners who understand that normal is overrated.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Epic Finisher Awards & Swag – Because you earned it.

Heated, Fully-Stocked Aid Stations – Warm, welcoming, and legendary.

Pampering Volunteers – Some of the best you’ll ever meet.

Flat, Fast, Certified USATF Course – A greenway dream in East TN.

Lit at Night – Literally. The course is lit for your safety & vibes.

Push Rims & Walkers Welcome – Inclusivity is part of our DNA.

Food Truck Meal Ticket – Free for the Ultra Runners (100M, 100K, 50M, & 50K)

COURSE OVERVIEWThe races start and finish at the Springbrook Pool Center in Alcoa. The paved greenway trail follows scenic Pistol Creek, with gentle terrain and night lighting for around-the-clock support. The loop layout keeps the energy high and the vibes strong with friends never far away.

Distances include:

10 Mile, 20 Mile, Half, Full, 50K, 50M, 100K, 100M

Try the Double Barrel Challenge – 50K and 50M!

Generous cutoffs mean you have plenty of time to achieve your goal (up to 32 hours for the big ones!)

🔥 DOUBLE BARREL CHALLENGETake on both the 50K and 50M for the exclusive Double Barrel Award. Medals, bragging rights, and a custom award await the bold. (Must start and finish both to qualify. Select during registration.)

PLAN YOUR WEEKEND

Arrive Friday At the Hilton Knoxville Airport:

Packet pickup

Visit The Pistol Store

Preview the Course

Meet your tribe and soak up the hype

Guest Speaker (TBA Later)

Set up your own support crew area along the course. Enjoy access to indoor heated restrooms, and expect a community atmosphere like no other.

BE PART OF THE MAGICNot racing? You can still be part of the party. We need passionate volunteers to help keep this show rolling. Runners can even volunteer AND race. It takes a village—and we want YOU in it.

FOLLOW THE ACTIONStay in the loop by liking our Facebook Page or Instagram Page Tell your crew, rally your friends, and come ready to run, cheer, and celebrate. The Pistol isn’t just a race—it’s a weekend-long experience.

Pet Policy: As much as we love animals, our insurance policy does not allow dogs or pets on the premises. We kindly ask that you leave your pets at home. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!

Races Offered

50K

50K/50 Mile Double Barrel

100 Mile

100K

50 Mile Night Race

10 Mile

20 Mile

Weather Overview

About Alcoa

Hotels & Places to Stay

Video

Nearby Races

Pirate 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Knoxville, TN (14)

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WELCOME TO YEAR 13 OF THE PISTOL PARTY!
March 14–16, 2026 | Alcoa, TN
An unforgettable ultra in the heart of East Tennessee.

WHY RUN THE PISTOL?
Kick off your spring with a blast at one of the most fun, welcoming, and exciting ultra events around! Nestled just outside Knoxville, The Pistol Ultra Run has earned its reputation as a must-do for both seasoned ultrarunners and curious first-timers.

COURSE OVERVIEW
The races start and finish at the Springbrook Pool Center in Alcoa. The paved greenway trail follows scenic Pistol Creek, with gentle terrain and night lighting for around-the-clock support. The loop layout keeps the energy high and the vibes strong with friends never far away.

🔥 DOUBLE BARREL CHALLENGE
Take on both the 50K and 50M for the exclusive Double Barrel Award. Medals, bragging rights, and a custom award await the bold. (Must start and finish both to qualify. Select during registration.)

BE PART OF THE MAGIC
Not racing? You can still be part of the party. We need passionate volunteers to help keep this show rolling. Runners can even volunteer AND race. It takes a village—and we want YOU in it.

FOLLOW THE ACTION
Stay in the loop by liking our Facebook Page or Instagram Page Tell your crew, rally your friends, and come ready to run, cheer, and celebrate. The Pistol isn’t just a race—it’s a weekend-long experience.