Cotton Candy Classic
- Date Sat 6th September 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Knoxville, Tennessee
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a sweet experience at the 7th Annual Cotton Candy Classic 5K, taking place on Saturday, September 6th, 2025, in the vibrant city of Knoxville, Tennessee! This exciting event invites participants to run, walk, or even skip through the festive atmosphere of the Tennessee Valley Fair, starting at 8 AM from Patriot Circle inside Chilhowee Park. Not only will you enjoy a delightful race, but you'll also be supporting a great cause, as all proceeds benefit the Tennessee Valley Fair Foundation, dedicated to preserving East Tennessee’s heritage and promoting agricultural awareness.
Be sure to register before 7:45 AM on race morning to secure your spot and possibly snag a limited edition Cotton Candy Classic 5K shirt! Each registration includes two free admission tickets to the 2025 Tennessee Valley Fair, making this an event you won't want to miss. With free parking available and packet pickup starting at 6:30 AM, it’s never been easier to join in on the fun. Lace up your shoes and get ready for a fantastic day filled with community spirit, exercise, and the delightful ambiance of the fair!
Be sure to register before 7:45 AM on race morning to secure your spot and possibly snag a limited edition Cotton Candy Classic 5K shirt! Each registration includes two free admission tickets to the 2025 Tennessee Valley Fair, making this an event you won't want to miss. With free parking available and packet pickup starting at 6:30 AM, it’s never been easier to join in on the fun. Lace up your shoes and get ready for a fantastic day filled with community spirit, exercise, and the delightful ambiance 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 6th September 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$27.50
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