Run Dollywood Race Weekend
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Run Dollywood Race Weekend
The inaugural Run Dollywood Race Weekend takes place in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, within the Dollywood Parks and Resorts area. This two-day event is scheduled for April 25-26, 2026, offering participants the opportunity to run through the theme park and its surrounding landscape during the Flower & Food Festival.
The weekend features a variety of distances to accommodate different age groups and preferences:
- Half Marathon: The marquee event held on Sunday morning.
- 10K Run: A companion race held on Saturday morning.
- 5K Run: A shorter course held on Saturday morning.
- Kids Fun Run: Designed for children ages 4-12, held on Saturday morning.
- Butterfly Challenge: A multi-race option encompassing the 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon.
The courses wind through the park and the surrounding area, featuring live music and on-course entertainment. Participants receive event-specific T-shirts, race bibs, and commemorative medals. Race bib pickup is held on the Friday preceding the event at Dollywood’s HeartSong Lodge & Resort.
Certain registration options include two-day park admission, allowing runners to visit the attractions and entertainment after their races. Distances have specific age requirements, with the Half Marathon and Butterfly Challenge open to those 14 and older, the 10K open to ages 10 and older, and the 5K open to ages 5 and older. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
