Run Dollywood Fall Race Weekend brings a kids’ fun run, 5K, 10K, and half marathon through Dollywood Theme Park during Harvest Festival, with courses winding past park attractions and fall decor surrounded by the Smokies. Live music and on-course entertainment run throughout the weekend.
5K Race — Friday, September 25
- Start Time: 11:00 p.m.
- Highlights: Water stations and volunteers along the course, finisher medals for all participants.
The 5K is a night run through Dollywood Theme Park, with the course passing illuminated rides and attractions after dark.
10K Race and Kids Fun Run — Saturday, September 26
- 10K Start Time: 5:30 a.m.
- Kids Fun Run Start Time: 8:15 a.m.
The 10K and Kids Fun Run (ages 4-12) run back-to-back Saturday morning, giving runners of different distances and ages a race option on the same day.
Half Marathon — Sunday, September 27
- Start Time: 5:30 a.m.
- Highlights: Pacers available, post-race food, refreshments, and awards.
The half marathon is the weekend’s headline event, running through Dollywood Theme Park and the surrounding area, with course entertainment and décor throughout.
The Butterfly Challenge — “Earn Your Wings”
Runners who complete all three races (the 5K, 10K, and half marathon) receive an exclusive commemorative Butterfly Challenge medal.
Race weekend passes and individual race registration are available online.
