9 to 5K

Welcome to Sevierville, Tennessee—where the mountains are smoky, the people are friendly, and Dolly Parton watches over us all (literally, she’s a statue downtown).

Whether you're a local or just popping in for the biscuits and mountain views, we’ve got a race you’re going to fall for—even though it happens in the spring. It’s our favorite kind of seasonal confusion! The Downtown Sevierville 5K is back, and this year it's packed with hometown charm, community spirit, and just the right amount of sparkle.

Hosted by the Sevierville Commons Association (aka the people who keep downtown delightful), this event starts and finishes right in front of the iconic Sevier County Courthouse, where you’ll find Dolly herself (or a beautiful bronze semblance thereof) rooting you on. And if you really want to strut your stuff, we’re giving a special award to the most spirited attire, so don’t hold back. Sequins, wigs, and feather boas? Highly encouraged.

Yes, you can bring your whole crew—strollers are welcome, and well-behaved, leashed dogs can join the fun too. Make it a full-on Smoky Mountain weekend getaway!

PACKET PICK UP:

Early Pick up  is available to let you snooze longer race morning, also, Early pick up folks will get a special gift for picking up before Saturday
THURSDAY 5-8PM:   LOCATION TBD 

FRIDAY 5-8PM:   LOCATION TBD

SATURDAY: Limited pick up will be available Race morning, be sure to take advantage of Early Packet Pick up options.

 
THE COURSE:
This is a 100% road race with a flat, scenic 5K route that winds through downtown streets and greenways. You’ll be safe and sound thanks to the Sevier County Police Department handling road closures. Start and finish line? Right in front of the Courthouse. It’s basically our version of Times Square.
 
GIVEAWAYS:
Every 5K runner gets a T-shirt and goodie bag loaded with local flair.
T-shirt sizes are limited, so sign up early—orders close March 2nd!

Hey Kids! all Kids 10 & Under will get a Free Round of Mini Golf for signing up (and hopefully running your fastest mile ever)!
(Yes, there will be kids T-shirts for the kids’ 1-mile participants—but you must order in advance by March 2nd)
 
AWARDS:
Top 3 overall male and female finishers in the 5K will be recognized like the local legends they are. We’ve also got age group awards in 5-year increments:

10 & under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+ 

Kids’ 1-Mile participants run will be timed, no awards will be given for this event.
 
THE DETAILS:
Restrooms? Yup. Portable potties near the start/finish.
Water stops? At mile 1.5—stay hydrated, friends.
Parking? Plenty! There’s a large gravel lot across from the Sevierville Fire Station Downtown, a new paved lot on the Parkway across from Cash’s Hardware and katty-corner to the Sevier County Heritage Museum, and a big gravel lot on Court Avenue across from Pinchey’s Lobster and Beer.

Door Prizes? Stick around and find out!
 
RUN WITH PURPOSE:
All proceeds go straight to the Sevierville Commons Association, supporting our mission to uplift local businesses, spark creativity, fund public art (hello, murals!), and make our downtown more vibrant for everyone.

Not much of a runner? No sweat—you can still support the cause by donating at the top of this page. 

Not a runner? Not a problem. We fully support shirt-motivated participation. Maybe your cardio routine consists of chasing your dog around the yard or briskly walking to the fridge during commercial breaks—we respect that. If you just want a soft, stylish T-shirt that screams “I was almost athletic today,” we've got you covered. Sign up, snag your tee, and proudly wear it while sipping coffee and cheering from the sidelines. No sweat required (literally). 

**This Event will cap at 400 runners for combined events- sign up before the 2026 max is met!

Got questions? Want to sponsor the event?

Reach out to Ashley Davis at: ashley@downtownsevierville.org
Let’s lace up, laugh loud, and run proud—see y’all at the starting line!