Smoky Mountain Bigfoot 5K
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Event details
The Smoky Mountain Bigfoot 5K & Fun Run takes place on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in Townsend, Tennessee. The event includes the following distances:
- 5K
- 1 Mile Fun Run (untimed)
Both races start and finish in front of the Peaceful Side Social Brewery & Craft Kitchen at 7967 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy. The course follows backroads and a greenway before returning to the finish arch. The event is scheduled to proceed rain or shine; organizers may delay for heavy thunderstorms.
Logistics and race items
Race entry includes a race T-shirt, finisher medal with lanyard, creature socks, a sticker, a race bib, free parking, and festival entry via a Bigfoot coin (coins must be surrendered at the festival gate). Organizers will not ship swag or awards and cannot hold items for late pickup.
Packet pickup is scheduled at three locations: Bigfoot in the Smokies (Thursday, April 30, 6:00 - 8:00 pm), Peaceful Side Social (Friday, May 1, 7:00 - 9:00 pm), and race-morning pickup at Peaceful Side Social (Saturday, May 2, starting at 7:00 am). Pets are not allowed in either race; strollers or wagons are allowed only in the 1 mile fun run. If a vehicle is moved after the race, a $25 parking fee will apply; non-running companions require paid festival entry. Registration price shown is $54 (includes $4 fee). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.