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Heidi Parton sings the national anthem at the 1st Run Dollywood Race Weekend 10K Race start on April 25, 2026. Here is our full Run Dollywood video showing what the race weekend is like ► youtu.be/_Y8Sd3f5Rfk
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Welcome to the inaugural Run Dollywood Race Weekend, where every mile is designed to
deliver smiles, memorable moments, and a one-of-a-kind destination experience in the heart
of the Smoky Mountains.
Whether you are participating in the Half-Marathon, 10K, 5K, or Kids Race, this race weekend
combines the excitement of competition with the one-of-a-kind atmosphere that only
Dollywood can offer. From scenic courses and family-friendly activities to live entertainment
and the opportunity to enjoy the park after your race, Run Dollywood is designed for runners
and their supporters to make the most of the entire weekend.
While participants are on course, spectators can enjoy live entertainment near the finish line,
including music from Run Katie Run and karaoke activities for families and guests as they
cheer runners across the finish line.
Race weekend begins Friday, April 24with packet pickup and the Runner Expo, hosted at
Dollywood’s HeartSong Lodge & Resort from 9 a.m. - 7 p.m., where participants can collect
race materials, explore vendor exhibits, and prepare for race day.
For participants who purchased the Pre-Race Meal during registration, dinner will be served
inside Dollywood at the Blue Ribbon Pavilion on Saturday, April 25at 5 p.m. or 6:30 p.m.,
offering runners and families a chance to gather, fuel, and prepare for race morning in a
uniquely Dollywood setting. Following the meal, guests may continue enjoying the park for the
remainder of the evening during normal operating hours.
This guide is designed to help you navigate every part of race weekend—from packet pickup
and transportation to course maps, race day timelines, awards, and important participant
information.
We are honored to welcome you to the very first Run Dollywood weekend and look forward to
making this an unforgettable experience for every runner, family member, and guest.
Dollywood is a theme park that is jointly owned by Herschend Family Entertainment and country singer-songwriter Dolly Parton through her entertainment company, Dolly Parton Productions. It is located in the Knoxville metropolitan area in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, near the gateway to The Great Smoky Mountains. Hosting nearly 3 million guests in a typical season from mid-March to the Christmas holidays, Dollywood is the biggest ticketed tourist attraction in Tennessee. It has won many international awards.
In addition to standard amusement park thrill rides, Dollywood features traditional crafts, food, and music of the Smoky Mountain area. The park hosts a number of concerts and musical events each year, including appearances by Dolly Parton and her family as well as other national and local musical acts.
The theme park is the anchor of Parton's 150-acre Dollywood amusement destination, which also includes the 35-acre sister water park Dollywood's Splash Country, the 20-acre Dollywood's DreamMore Resort and Spa, and the 5-acre Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction.
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Heidi Parton sings the national anthem at the 1st Run Dollywood Race Weekend 10K Race start on April 25, 2026. Here is our full Run Dollywood video showing what the race weekend is like ► youtu.be/_Y8Sd3f5Rfk
⏰ Tik Tok | tiktok.com/@AIOTfamily
📸 Instagram | instagram.com/AIOTfamily
👤 Facebook | facebook.com/AIOTfamily
🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/AIOTfamily
🎥 The Camera Gear We Use ► youtu.be/8xn_AnL776E
📬 Contact Us
AdvOutThere@gmail.com
Ryan & Brie
PO BOX 4975
Sevierville, TN 37864
dollywood.com/themepark/festivals/run-dollywood-race-weekend
Welcome to the inaugural Run Dollywood Race Weekend, where every mile is designed to
deliver smiles, memorable moments, and a one-of-a-kind destination experience in the heart
of the Smoky Mountains.
Whether you are participating in the Half-Marathon, 10K, 5K, or Kids Race, this race weekend
combines the excitement of competition with the one-of-a-kind atmosphere that only
Dollywood can offer. From scenic courses and family-friendly activities to live entertainment
and the opportunity to enjoy the park after your race, Run Dollywood is designed for runners
and their supporters to make the most of the entire weekend.
While participants are on course, spectators can enjoy live entertainment near the finish line,
including music from Run Katie Run and karaoke activities for families and guests as they
cheer runners across the finish line.
Race weekend begins Friday, April 24with packet pickup and the Runner Expo, hosted at
Dollywood’s HeartSong Lodge & Resort from 9 a.m. - 7 p.m., where participants can collect
race materials, explore vendor exhibits, and prepare for race day.
For participants who purchased the Pre-Race Meal during registration, dinner will be served
inside Dollywood at the Blue Ribbon Pavilion on Saturday, April 25at 5 p.m. or 6:30 p.m.,
offering runners and families a chance to gather, fuel, and prepare for race morning in a
uniquely Dollywood setting. Following the meal, guests may continue enjoying the park for the
remainder of the evening during normal operating hours.
This guide is designed to help you navigate every part of race weekend—from packet pickup
and transportation to course maps, race day timelines, awards, and important participant
information.
We are honored to welcome you to the very first Run Dollywood weekend and look forward to
making this an unforgettable experience for every runner, family member, and guest.
Dollywood is a theme park that is jointly owned by Herschend Family Entertainment and country singer-songwriter Dolly Parton through her entertainment company, Dolly Parton Productions. It is located in the Knoxville metropolitan area in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, near the gateway to The Great Smoky Mountains. Hosting nearly 3 million guests in a typical season from mid-March to the Christmas holidays, Dollywood is the biggest ticketed tourist attraction in Tennessee. It has won many international awards.
In addition to standard amusement park thrill rides, Dollywood features traditional crafts, food, and music of the Smoky Mountain area. The park hosts a number of concerts and musical events each year, including appearances by Dolly Parton and her family as well as other national and local musical acts.
The theme park is the anchor of Parton's 150-acre Dollywood amusement destination, which also includes the 35-acre sister water park Dollywood's Splash Country, the 20-acre Dollywood's DreamMore Resort and Spa, and the 5-acre Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction.
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