Dr. Dennis Branch 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sat 9th August 2025
- Time 7:30AM EDT
- Location Newport, Tennessee
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the Dr. Dennis Branch 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, August 9, 2025, in beautiful Newport, Cocke! This exciting event honors the legacy of Dr. Dennis Branch, a beloved African American physician who dedicated nearly 50 years to the Newport community. The 5K race kicks off at 7:30 a.m. at the Newport City Park entrance, where participants will enjoy a scenic course along Rankin Rd, culminating in a festive finish back at the park. With a total distance of 3.1 miles, this family-friendly event welcomes runners and walkers of all ages to participate and support the Tennessee Picnic. Registration begins at 6:30 a.m., so arrive early to secure your spot! Plus, the race will be chip-timed by Trojan Timing, ensuring accurate results for all competitors. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to celebrate community, health, and the remarkable legacy of Dr. Branch. We can’t wait to see you there!
Organiser's Description
This 5K Run will benefit the Tennessee Picnic in honor of the late Dr. Dennis Branch who was a prominent African American Physician in Newport TN for nearly 50 Years. Dr. Branch became nationally known as a guest of honor in Hollywood on the Ralph Edwards Television Show "This Is Your Life" in 1958. Dr. Branch passed away in 1964 leaving his legacy as a prominent Physician. He was 77 years of age at the time of his death.
The 5K Run/Walk will take place on Saturday August 9, 2025, 7:30 a.m. at the Newport City Park entrance and proceeds onto the streets of Rankin Rd, runners and walkers will make a turn around on Rankin Rd. ending back into the Park for a total of 3.1 miles. (Signs will mark the route). There will also be Registration at the City Park starting at 6:30 a.m. and ending 7:15 a.m. with the race beginning at 7:30 a.m. (THE EVENT WILL BE CHIP TIMED BY TROJAN TIMING). This is an event for all ages, so bring the whole family! We look forward to seeing you there!!!!
The 5K Run/Walk will take place on Saturday August 9, 2025, 7:30 a.m. at the Newport City Park entrance and proceeds onto the streets of Rankin Rd, runners and walkers will make a turn around on Rankin Rd. ending back into the Park for a total of 3.1 miles. (Signs will mark the route). There will also be Registration at the City Park starting at 6:30 a.m. and ending 7:15 a.m. with the race beginning at 7:30 a.m. (THE EVENT WILL BE CHIP TIMED BY TROJAN TIMING). This is an event for all ages, so bring the whole family! We look forward to seeing you there!!!!
Races
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Dr. Dennis Branch 5K Run/Walk
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 9th August 2025 (7:30AM EDT)
$27.50
Dr. Dennis Branch 5K Run/Walk
