Oak Ridge Fall Classic 5k
- Date Sat 29th August 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Oak Ridge, Tennessee
- Price $25.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a heartwarming and impactful experience at the Oak Ridge Fall Classic 5K on Saturday, August 29, 2026, in beautiful Oak Ridge, Anderson! This exciting event takes place along the scenic Melton Hill Lake Greenway and is a fantastic way for runners and walkers alike to celebrate the end of summer while gearing up for the fall season. Participants will not only enjoy a refreshing race but also contribute to a noble cause, as all proceeds will support the programming of Ridgeview Behavioral Health Services.
As we kick off the event at 8:30 a.m. near the Pavilion by the Melton Hill Lake Boat House, we invite you to honor those we've lost to suicide and overdose. This year’s event coincides with the beginning of September's National Suicide Prevention Month and International Overdose Awareness Day, making it a poignant occasion for remembrance and hope. A special remembrance banner will be available for everyone to write names, initials, and messages, creating a powerful tribute to loved ones. Don't miss the chance to register by August 19 to secure your event t-shirt, and join us for a memorable day that combines fitness, community, and awareness!
As we kick off the event at 8:30 a.m. near the Pavilion by the Melton Hill Lake Boat House, we invite you to honor those we've lost to suicide and overdose. This year’s event coincides with the beginning of September's National Suicide Prevention Month and International Overdose Awareness Day, making it a poignant occasion for remembrance and hope. A special remembrance banner will be available for everyone to write names, initials, and messages, creating a powerful tribute to loved ones. Don't miss the chance to register by August 19 to secure your event t-shirt, and join us for a memorable day that combines fitness, community, and awareness!
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 end of August and the approaching fall. All proceeds will benefit programming of Ridgeview Behavioral Health Services. The event begins and ends at the Pavilion located near the Melton Hill Lake Boat House.
Our end of August event will be the prelude to September's national Suicide Prevention Month, which helps to promote conversations around this subject. Our 2026 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 and 2025 banner. With the date change to the end of August, it will also allow us to pay witness to those we've lost to overdose as we recognize International Overdose Awareness Day, which is typically recognized on the final day of August.
Packet Pick-Up available Friday, September from 4pm-5:30pm 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 under the Pavilion and next to the start/finish line.
To guarantee t-shirt, you must register by 8/19. Please be advised limited quantities remain in varying sizes for those who register after 8/19 through day-of event on 8/29.
NOTE: race start for 2026 is scheduled for 8:30 a.m.
Our end of August event will be the prelude to September's national Suicide Prevention Month, which helps to promote conversations around this subject. Our 2026 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 and 2025 banner. With the date change to the end of August, it will also allow us to pay witness to those we've lost to overdose as we recognize International Overdose Awareness Day, which is typically recognized on the final day of August.
Packet Pick-Up available Friday, September from 4pm-5:30pm 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 under the Pavilion and next to the start/finish line.
To guarantee t-shirt, you must register by 8/19. Please be advised limited quantities remain in varying sizes for those who register after 8/19 through day-of event on 8/29.
NOTE: race start for 2026 is scheduled for 8:30 a.m.
Races
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Oak Ridge Fall Classic 5K
Incl. Colorful Athletic T-Shirt
Sat 29th August 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$25.00
Parking is available at Melton Hill Lake. Colorful fall short-sleeve shirts to all participants who preregister by 8/19/26. Shirts not guaranteed for those who register after 8/19. 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 near the turn-around at Elza Gate 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, August 28 during regular packet pick up. Our event will be a prelude to September's national Suicide Prevention Month and International Overdose Awareness (August 31), which helps to promote conversations around these important subjects.
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697 Melton Lake Dr, Oak Ridge, 37830, TN, United States
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