Cotton Candy Classic 5K
- Date Sat 12th September 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Knoxville, Tennessee
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for the 8th Annual Cotton Candy Classic 5K on Saturday, September 12, 2026, in the vibrant city of Knoxville, Tennessee! This exciting event invites participants of all ages to run, walk, or skip through the festivities of the Tennessee Valley Fair, starting at 8 AM from Patriot Circle inside Chilhowee Park. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a family looking for a fun day out, this 5K promises an unforgettable experience filled with sights and sounds that celebrate East Tennessee's rich heritage.
Registration is open until race morning at 7:45 AM, so be sure to secure your spot early! Participants will receive a Cotton Candy Classic 5K shirt (while supplies last) and two free admission tickets to the 2026 Tennessee Valley Fair. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support the Tennessee Valley Fair Foundation, which is dedicated to promoting agricultural awareness and youth development in the community. Enjoy complimentary parking at the Beaman Street parking lot, and get ready to make lasting memories at this joyful event!
Registration is open until race morning at 7:45 AM, so be sure to secure your spot early! Participants will receive a Cotton Candy Classic 5K shirt (while supplies last) and two free admission tickets to the 2026 Tennessee Valley Fair. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support the Tennessee Valley Fair Foundation, which is dedicated to promoting agricultural awareness and youth development in the community. Enjoy complimentary parking at the Beaman Street parking lot, and get ready to make lasting memories at this joyful event!
Organiser's Description
Join us for the 8th Annual Cotton Candy Classic 5K in 2026! 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 12TH , 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:
* Cotton Candy Classic 5K shirt (if supplies available at time of registration)
* 2 FREE admission tickets to the 2026 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 12TH , 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:
* Cotton Candy Classic 5K shirt (if supplies available at time of registration)
* 2 FREE admission tickets to the 2026 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. $2.80 Fee & Cotton Candy Classic 5K Shirt
Sat 12th September 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$32.80
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3301 East Magnolia Ave, Knoxville, 37914, TN, United States
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