Cotton Candy Classic
- Date Sat 12th September 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Knoxville, Tennessee
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a sweet adventure at the 7th Annual Cotton Candy Classic 5K on Saturday, September 12, 2026, in Knoxville, Tennessee! This vibrant event invites runners, walkers, and families to enjoy a delightful day filled with the sights and sounds of the fair, all while supporting a great cause. The race kicks off at 8 AM at Patriot Circle inside the picturesque Chilhowee Park, making it the perfect backdrop for a fun-filled morning.
With all proceeds benefiting the Tennessee Valley Fair Foundation, participants are not only in for an exciting race but also contributing to the preservation of East Tennessee's heritage, agricultural awareness, and youth development through scholarships and programs. Registration is open until September 6th, and includes a Cotton Candy Classic 5K shirt (while supplies last) and two free admission tickets to the Tennessee Valley Fair! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run for a cause, enjoy a community atmosphere, and embrace the joy of the fair!
With all proceeds benefiting the Tennessee Valley Fair Foundation, participants are not only in for an exciting race but also contributing to the preservation of East Tennessee's heritage, agricultural awareness, and youth development through scholarships and programs. Registration is open until September 6th, and includes a Cotton Candy Classic 5K shirt (while supplies last) and two free admission tickets to the Tennessee Valley Fair! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run for a cause, enjoy a community atmosphere, and embrace the joy of the fair!
Organiser's Description
Join us for the 7th Annual Cotton Candy Classic 5K in 2025! We invite you to run, walk, or skip through all of the sights and sounds the fair has to offer! The race begins at Patriot Circle inside Chilhowee Park and begins starting at 8am.
All proceeds go to supporting the Tennessee Valley Fair Foundation. The mission of the Tennessee Valley Fair Foundation is to preserve East Tennessees heritage by promoting agricultural awareness, supporting educational programs, and cultivating youth development through scholarships and youth activities.
Registration ends on SEPTEMBER 6TH , RACE MORNING AT 7:45AM. YOU CAN REGISTER ON YOUR SMART PHONE DEVICE BEFORE CHECKING IN. SHIRTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED FOR WEEK OF REGISTRATION AFTER INVENTORY RUNS OUT.
REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
* 2025 Cotton Candy Classic 5K shirt (if supplies available at time of registration)
* 2 FREE admission tickets to the 2025 TN Valley Fair
Packet pickup will take place at 6:30am on the day of the race. Parking is free in the Beaman Street parking lot. Participants will walk through the tunnel and registration is to the right at the top of the hill.
Course: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5682662878
Learn more about the Tennessee Valley Fair Foundation here: https://www.tnvalleyfair.org/p/getinvolved/foundation.
All proceeds go to supporting the Tennessee Valley Fair Foundation. The mission of the Tennessee Valley Fair Foundation is to preserve East Tennessees heritage by promoting agricultural awareness, supporting educational programs, and cultivating youth development through scholarships and youth activities.
Registration ends on SEPTEMBER 6TH , RACE MORNING AT 7:45AM. YOU CAN REGISTER ON YOUR SMART PHONE DEVICE BEFORE CHECKING IN. SHIRTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED FOR WEEK OF REGISTRATION AFTER INVENTORY RUNS OUT.
REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
* 2025 Cotton Candy Classic 5K shirt (if supplies available at time of registration)
* 2 FREE admission tickets to the 2025 TN Valley Fair
Packet pickup will take place at 6:30am on the day of the race. Parking is free in the Beaman Street parking lot. Participants will walk through the tunnel and registration is to the right at the top of the hill.
Course: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5682662878
Learn more about the Tennessee Valley Fair Foundation here: https://www.tnvalleyfair.org/p/getinvolved/foundation.
Races
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TN Valley Fair Cotton Candy Classic 5K
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Cotton Candy Classic 5K Shirt
Sat 12th September 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$27.50
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3301 East Magnolia Ave, Knoxville, 37914, TN, United States
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