Knoxville
Walking Events Calendar near Knoxville 2026-2027
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Explore the top walking events near Knoxville for 2026-2027! We've gathered 33 great walks in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local walk.
October 2026
Walkers can take part in the 5K route starting at 2351 Kingston Pike in Knoxville, sharing the event alongside the running race. The event is organized by UT pharmacy students to raise funds for the Pat Summitt Foundation; registration fee is $25..
November 2026
The event features a 1 Miles Walk in the Park route at Covenant Health Park, suitable for walkers and held alongside the running races. Registration for the walk is open from 3/3/2026 to 11/1/2026.
Walkers can choose 5K, 10K, or 13.1 Miles routes at Holston River Park in Knoxville. The event welcomes walkers alongside runners and notes water stations are limited to the finish area at the end of each lap and EMS is not stationed on s..
Walkers can choose a 5K that cuts across Sparks Lane to the finish or a 10 mile route around the full scenic Cades Cove loop inside Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Parking passes are limited and the event often sells out with a waitlist.
Walkers can choose the 1 mile Fun Walk at Dollywood (2700 Dollywood Parks Blvd, Pigeon Forge TN), a nighttime route through the park’s holiday lights alongside the running races. The walk follows park paths amid festive displays.
Walkers follow the 5K course starting next to Dollywood's toll booths, mostly off park on the tram road and concluding through Dollywood's Christmas lights. The 1 mile Fun Walk is available for those who cannot complete the 5K in 90 minut..
Walkers can choose 5K, 10K, or 13.1 Miles routes starting at Holston River Park in Knoxville. Courses are clear and looped with limited water stations at lap ends and small onsite race staff, so walkers should plan for weather and carry s..
Walkers can choose 5K or 10K courses starting at 1807 Adair Dr in Knoxville, TN. The event offers a friendly and low pressure race day but water stations are limited to the end of each lap and the finish, so walkers are advised to plan for we..
December 2026
Walkers can choose 5K or 1 Mile routes starting at 4901 Bradshaw Rd, Knoxville TN, and follow the same course as the running races, with a concurrent virtual 5K option. The event supports the Arthritis Foundation and has a festive holiday the..
The event offers 5K, 10K, and 13.1 Miles routes at Holston River Park in Knoxville on a clear marked course. Walkers can expect minimal staff, no on site EMS, and water limited to end of each lap and finish.