Oak Ridge Fall Classic 5k

  • Date Sat 6th September 2025
  • Time 8:30AM EDT
  • Location Oak Ridge, Tennessee
  • Price $25.00
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Oak Ridge Fall Classic 5k, taking place on Saturday, September 6, 2025, in the beautiful setting of Oak Ridge, Anderson! This exciting event will lead participants along the scenic Melton Hill Lake Greenway, making it an ideal way to welcome the fall season. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, everyone is invited to join in this uplifting celebration, with all proceeds supporting Ridgeview Behavioral Health Services.

September is also National Suicide Prevention Month, and this year’s event will honor those we've lost by featuring a special remembrance banner for participants and volunteers to share messages of hope and remembrance. Make sure to mark your calendar for packet pick-up on Friday, September 5, from 4 PM to 6 PM, and on race day from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM. The race kicks off at 8:30 AM, so don’t miss your chance to be a part of this meaningful and impactful day! Join us in making a difference while enjoying the beauty of Oak Ridge!

Organiser's Description

Come take part in the Oak Ridge Fall Classic 5k! The course utilizes the Oak Ridge Recreation and Parks' Melton Hill Lake Greenway. It is a perfect way for runners and walkers to celebrate the beginning of fall. All proceeds will benefit programming of Ridgeview Behavioral Health Services.

September is national Suicide Prevention Month, which helps to promote conversations around this subject. Our 2025 event will be an opportunity to participate while honoring those who we have lost to suicide. A remembrance banner will be available for participants and volunteers to write a name, nickname, initials, &/or a message to someone paying witness to those we've lost while lifting up hope is a fitting complement to the event and build upon the 2024 banner.

Packet Pick-Up available Friday, September 5 from 4pm-6pm at Ridgeview's Main Center Lobby located at 240 W. Tyrone Road in Oak Ridge and Saturday, September 6 from 7:30 am - 8:30 am at Ridgeview's registration tent located at start/finish line.

Please be advised limited quantities remain in varying sizes for those who register on 9/5 or day-of event.

NOTE: race start for 2025 is scheduled for 8:30 a.m.

Races

  • Oak Ridge Fall Classic 5K

    Incl. Colorful Athletic T-Shirt

    Sat 6th September 2025 (8:30AM EDT)

    $25.00

    Parking is available at Melton Hill Lake. Colorful fall short-sleeve shirts to all participants who preregister by 8/29/25. Shirts not guaranteed for those who register after 8/29. Awards for top 3 male and female and at ten-year age group increments, e.g. 20-29, 30-39, etc. This is an out and back course on the Melton Hill Greenway and will be open to the public. Water available at the turn-around and at the finish. September is national Suicide Prevention Month, which helps to promote conversations around this important subject. Information related to suicide prevention will also be made available at the registration table. Our event will be an opportunity to participate while honoring those who we have lost to suicide. We will have a banner that pays witness to those we've lost to suicide while lifting up hope and is a fitting complement to the event. Packet pick-up is Friday, September 5 from 4pm-6pm at Ridgeview's Main Center Lobby located at 240 W. Tyrone Road and Saturday morning at the Ridgeview registration tent at the start/finish line from 7:30am-8:30am. Race begins at 8:30. Please be advised limited quantities remain in varying sizes for those who register on 9/5 or day-of event.
  • Oak Ridge Fall Classic Sleep-In VIRTUAL 5k

    Incl. Colorful Athletic T-Shirt

    $25.00

    You may pick up your t-shirt on Friday, September 5 during regular packet pick up. September is national Suicide Prevention Month, which helps to promote conversations around this important subject.

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Location

697 Melton Lake Dr, Oak Ridge, 37830, TN, United States

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