The Pistol

About the Event

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 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 13, 2027

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Distance — 31.14 Miles

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07:55

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$100.00

50K/50 Mile Double Barrel

Mar 13, 2027

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Distance — 81.069 Miles

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07:55

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$195.00

Pacer

Mar 13, 2027

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Distance — Pacer

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07:55

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$0.00

100 Mile

Mar 13, 2027

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Distance — 101.8 Miles

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08:00

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$255.00

100K

Mar 13, 2027

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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 13, 2027

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Distance — 50.9 Miles

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20:00

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$125.00

10 Mile

Mar 14, 2027

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Distance — 10.18 Miles

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08:00

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$60.00

20 Mile

Mar 14, 2027

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Distance — 20.36 Miles

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$70.00

Weather History

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

thermostat Temperature

5.2° / 17.3°

wb_sunny Feels like

1.8° / 14.0°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

8h 46m

water_drop Avg rainfall

3.1 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

11.0 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (4.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

64.4%

wb_twilight Sunrise

07:43

nightlight Sunset

19:43

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 14 OF THE PISTOL PARTY! March 13–14, 2027 | 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

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 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

Pacer

100 Mile

100K

50 Mile Night Race

10 Mile

20 Mile

Weather History

About Alcoa

Hotels & Places to Stay

Video

Runner Reviews

No reviews yet

Nearby Races

Springbrook Splash, Presented by Covenant Health

TN Arsenal Moonlight Mile & 5K

K-Town on the River Triathlons

Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Knoxville, TN (31)

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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.

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.