Smoky Mountain Bigfoot 5K & Fun Run

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

Lace up your running shoes and embark on a legendary run through the Smokies! The Smoky Mountain Bigfoot 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run in Townsend, TN, invites runners, walkers, and Bigfoot enthusiasts to join a race that’s equal parts thrill and mystery. Set against the beautiful backdrop of the Great Smoky Mountains, this unique 5K event combines fitness and folklore in an unforgettable way.

🌲 Event Details

• Location: 7967 E Lamar Alexander Parkway, Townsend, TN
• Date: 2025-05-03
• Race Link: More Information
• Start Time: 1 mile fun run at 8:50am, 5K at 9:00am

👣 Course Highlights

Participants will wind their way through scenic trails where, rumor has it, Bigfoot might just make an appearance! With a course suitable for all levels, from seasoned runners to casual joggers, the Bigfoot 5K offers a perfect adventure for families, friends, and anyone drawn to the magic of the Smokies. Stick around after the race for awards, photo ops, and the Smoky Mountain Bigfoot Festival featuring live music, vendors, food trucks, Bigfoot competitions, special guests, family-fun zone and much more.

🎉 Post-Race Activities

Bring your best Bigfoot-inspired gear, and let’s make tracks together for a day of fitness, fun, and maybe a little bit of mystery! You might even (okay, you almost certainly will) experience a 'Squatch sighting along the course!

🚫 Important Regulations

• Pets: Due to insurance regulations, we can't have pets in either race.
• Strollers/Wagons: Allowed only on the 1 mile fun run.
• Parking Fee: Note that if you move your car after the race, you’ll be asked to pay $25 for parking.
• Entry Fee for Non-Running Companions: $15 entry fee (or $10 advance purchase) -- get your family their tickets in advance and save time at the entrance gate here: https://www.thebigfest.com/.