WELCOME TO YEAR 14 OF THE PISTOL PARTY! March 13–14, 2027 | 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 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. 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 commu
Food and drinks (including chocolate milk) are available for all runners and their pacers from 11:30 AM EST Saturday until 4:00 PM EDT Sunday. All finisher’s awards are presented and pictures taken in the Awards area (inside the tent) immediately after race completion. Overall, podium placement photos will also be taken. There are no other formal post-race activities scheduled.
10.18 Miles: Dual Blend Short Sleeve
20.36 Miles: Dual Blend Short Sleeve
31.14 Miles: Rabbit EZ Tee SS
50.9 Miles: Rabbit EZ Tee SS
62.28 Miles: Rabbit EZ Tee SS
101.8 Miles: Rabbit EZ Tee SS
81.069 Miles: Rabbit EZ Tee SS
| Distance | Price | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10.18 Miles | $60.00 | Jun 1 | Jun 30 |
| $65.00 | Jul 1 | Aug 31 | |
| $70.00 | Sep 1 | Oct 31 | |
| $75.00 | Nov 1 | Dec 31 | |
| $80.00 | Jan 1 | Feb 28 | |
| $85.00 | Mar 1 | Mar 14 | |
| 20.36 Miles | $70.00 | Jun 1 | Jun 30 |
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 55 | 14:57:55 | 9:22:46 |
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 46 | 27:31:34 | 14:01:33 |
| 2023 | 46 | 26:39:40 | 15:06:56 |
| 2022 | 69 | 27:43:55 | 18:33:20 |
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Interested in this race?
| $75.00 | Jul 1 | Aug 31 |
| $80.00 | Sep 1 | Oct 31 |
| $85.00 | Nov 1 | Dec 31 |
| $90.00 | Jan 1 | Feb 28 |
| $95.00 | Mar 1 | Mar 14 |
| 31.14 Miles | $100.00 | Jun 1 | Jun 30 |
| $115.00 | Jul 1 | Aug 31 |
| $125.00 | Sep 1 | Oct 31 |
| $135.00 | Nov 1 | Dec 31 |
| $145.00 | Jan 1 | Feb 28 |
| $155.00 | Mar 1 | Mar 13 |
| 50.9 Miles | $125.00 | Jun 1 | Jun 30 |
| $135.00 | Jul 1 | Aug 31 |
| $145.00 | Sep 1 | Oct 31 |
| $155.00 | Nov 1 | Dec 31 |
| $165.00 | Jan 1 | Feb 28 |
| $175.00 | Mar 1 | Mar 13 |
| 62.28 Miles | $150.00 | Jun 1 | Jun 30 |
| $170.00 | Jul 1 | Aug 31 |
| $180.00 | Sep 1 | Oct 31 |
| $190.00 | Nov 1 | Dec 31 |
| $200.00 | Jan 1 | Feb 28 |
| $210.00 | Mar 1 | Mar 13 |
| 101.8 Miles | $255.00 | Jun 1 | Jun 30 |
| $270.00 | Jul 1 | Aug 31 |
| $280.00 | Sep 1 | Oct 31 |
| $290.00 | Nov 1 | Dec 31 |
| $300.00 | Jan 1 | Feb 28 |
| $310.00 | Mar 1 | Mar 13 |
| 81.069 Miles | $195.00 | Jun 1 | Jun 30 |
| $210.00 | Jul 1 | Aug 31 |
| $220.00 | Sep 1 | Oct 31 |
| $230.00 | Nov 1 | Dec 31 |
| $240.00 | Jan 1 | Feb 28 |
| $250.00 | Mar 1 | Mar 13 |
| Pacer | $0.00 | Jun 1 | Mar 14 |
Each race has its own bib color assignment: 10 Mile, 20 Mile, 50K, 50 Mile, 100K, 100 Mile. Numbers are assigned in blocks within those groups and then assigned alphabetically by last name at check in. Because of the complexity and size of the event, it is not possible to reserve specific numbers for certain runners, so please don’t request that. Those participating in the Double Barrel events will receive a bib for each of the individual distances they have registered for. Scroll down to sectio
Parking maps are provided in the Course Maps document. There is free parking at the start/finish and at several points around the Greenway Trail. The 100M/100K/50M runners will have priority parking in the main Springbrook Pool Center parking lots closest to the courses. That way they can self-support out of their vehicle if needed. ( Please note: support canopies/tents/generators are not allowed in the parking lot . See page here for where to setup tents/canopies.) The 50K, 50 mile, half and fu
All distances may check in on Friday from 1:00-6:00 PM EDT at the Hilton Cove Meeting Center and Saturday 5:30-6:30 AM EDT at Springbrook Pool Center in “The Pistol Corral” (large white tent in parking lot). The 50 mile check-in can also be done 6:30-7:30 PM EDT prior to race start at 8 PM EDT Saturday evening. The 20 & 10 Miler check-ins are 6:30-7:30 AM EDT Sunday morning. YOU MUST BE PRESENT TO PICK UP YOUR BIB. NO EXCEPTIONS! While picking up your bib, make sure we have your correct dist
Welcome to the Pistol Party! View pricing for all distances and grab your spot HERE! If you want to compete for the solo 50K or 100K or 100 Mile AND the 50 Mile double barrel award, simply select either of those specific Double Barrel options during your registration process. NOTE: You MUST sign up for the Double Barrel option if you want to compete in the 50K/50M Double Barrel contest and receive the award for it upon finishing both individual distances. You will receive one set of swag at chec
Schedule **Local time zone is EDT. All events take place at the location noted after each date. Friday, March 12, 2027 (The Cove @ Hilton Knoxville Airport, 2001 Aloca Hwy, Alcoa, TN 37701) Packet Pickup - 1:00-6:00 PM EDT: All race distances check-in/packet pickup and day of registration. Pre-Race Briefing - 6:00 PM Featured Speaker - 6:30 PM Get your shirt, bib, swag, and any applicable sales/add-ons. PLEASE HELP US AVOID LONG LINES BY PICKING UP EARLY. Saturday, March 13, 2027 (Springbroo
| Finishers |
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| Median Time |
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| Fastest Time |
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| 2026 | 150 | 6:50:18 | 3:41:33 |
| 2025 | 104 | 6:34:28 | 3:13:31 |
| 2024 | 38 | 15:59:40 | 10:16:25 |
| 2023 | 40 | 15:00:57 | 10:39:49 |
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 141 | 6:53:01 | 3:47:29 |
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 34 | 12:01:44 | 6:15:54 |
| 2023 | 27 | 14:13:29 | 9:20:19 |
| 2022 | 40 | 12:53:48 | 7:50:23 |
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 94 | 2:56:52 | 1:31:44 |
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 51 | 3:36:05 | 2:07:55 |
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 185 | 2:22:37 | 59:45 |
| 2025 | 83 | 18:57:43 | 7:50:19 |
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 29 | 5:32:36 | 3:22:18 |
| 2023 | 28 | 5:07:40 | 3:25:10 |
| 2022 | 34 | 5:19:22 | 3:04:06 |
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 71 | 2:34:26 | 1:24:24 |
| 2023 | 59 | 2:35:48 | 1:28:32 |
| 2022 | 65 | 2:26:41 | 1:37:55 |
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 36 | 13:03:12 | 7:08:49 |
| 2025 | 27 | 13:50:12 | 7:26:34 |
| 2024 | 113 | 7:26:31 | 3:22:40 |
| 2023 | 100 | 6:34:34 | 3:33:41 |
| 2022 | 197 | 12:03:07 | 2:12:01 |