Tennessee
Tennessee Walking Events Calendar 2026-2027
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Explore the best walking events in Tennessee for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 140 great walks across the region. Find your next walk in Tennessee below and join the walking community at these great events!
October 2026
Walkers can take the 1 mile route that starts at the Greenway Pavilion in Greenway Park, Cleveland, running alongside a 5K run. Packet pickup is available the day before and on race day, and the event raises awareness of human trafficking and sup..
Walkers follow the 5K course at Steele Creek Park, starting at Shelter G and using the scenic Lakeside Trail by the lake. The event is veteran centered and supports the Stop Soldiers Suicide charity alongside running participants.
Walkers follow a 1 Mile route on the Eureka Trail in Athens, TN, starting near 1400 E. Madison Ave. Adult walkers pay $25 and students K through 12 pay $12; walking takes place alongside the event's 5K running races.
Walkers have 5K and 10K options starting at 1807 Adair Dr, Knoxville TN on a clearly marked course alongside the running races. Water stations are limited to lap ends and the finish and EMS is not on site, so walkers should plan for weather a..
Walkers are welcome to join this professionally timed, competitive event alongside runners; the route begins and ends at World's Fair Park in downtown Knoxville. Participants are encouraged to wear pink and will find music, photo opportunities, finis..
Walkers can follow the Honorary No Weight course at GEODIS Park, 501 Benton Ave, Nashville, on a loop of approximately 0.75 mile. The free event offers on site parking and goes on rain or shine.
Walkers can choose 5K (3.1 miles) or 1 Mile routes along Chickamauga Dam Riverpark at Chickamauga Dam in Chattanooga, TN. Water stations are provided at the turnaround and finish, and dogs are not required for participation.
Walkers may choose 5K, 10K, 13.1 or a Family 1 Mile course along the Riverwalk in Memphis. Timing is optional, wave starts are used and coordinators support walkers, with swag shipped to the registrant's address and race bibs provided..
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 complete a 3.1 Miles 5K on a scenic course at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville alongside the timed running races. The event includes a finisher medal, official event t shirt, patriotic start and finish celebrations, and a virtual..
Walkers can choose a scenic 5K route through Sharp Springs Park (311 Jefferson Pike, Smyrna TN) on a certified timed course. A 1K kids route runs alongside and is free for 5K registrants.
Walkers can choose 5K, 10K, or an 8 hour timed ultra on a 0.8 mile paved loop at Granny White Park in Brentwood TN. The course has a few gentle hills, one aid station with water and Gatorade, on-site medical support, and a pavilion for ge..
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, 13.1 or a Family 1 mile along the Riverwalk in Memphis, TN. Timing is optional with no timing chips, wave starts are used, a virtual option is available, and race swag is shipped to registrants.
Walk options include a family 1 Mile Fun, a 5K through Tom Lee Park, and a 10K that crosses the Mississippi for downtown views. All walks start at Martyrs Park in Memphis and follow riverfront routes across Big River Crossing.