Smoky Bear Turkey Chase 5K
- Date Thu 26th November 2026
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Sevierville, Tennessee
- Price $43.40
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Smoky Bear Turkey Chase 5K on Thanksgiving morning, November 26, 2026! This exciting event will take place in the heart of Sevierville, Tennessee, starting at 8:00 a.m. at the Sevier County High School Parking Lot. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a first-time participant, this fun-filled race is the perfect way to kick off your holiday celebrations while supporting a great cause—the Sevier County High School Foundation and STEM Scholarship.
Participants can expect a scenic course and the chance to earn some fantastic awards, including overall and age group prizes. With registration options ranging from early bird prices to race day sign-ups, there’s a spot for everyone. Don’t forget to pick up your race packet on November 25 or early on race day! Each pre-registered runner will receive a commemorative T-shirt and a unique participation medallion or Christmas ornament. Join us for a memorable Thanksgiving tradition filled with community spirit, healthy competition, and festive fun!
Participants can expect a scenic course and the chance to earn some fantastic awards, including overall and age group prizes. With registration options ranging from early bird prices to race day sign-ups, there’s a spot for everyone. Don’t forget to pick up your race packet on November 25 or early on race day! Each pre-registered runner will receive a commemorative T-shirt and a unique participation medallion or Christmas ornament. Join us for a memorable Thanksgiving tradition filled with community spirit, healthy competition, and festive fun!
Organiser's Description
To Benefit: Sevier County High School Foundation and STEM Scholarship
Date, Time, and Place: Thanksgiving morning! Thursday, November 26, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. Sevier County High School Parking Lot
PACKET PICKUP: WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2026 SCHS FOOTBALL STADIUM 1200 DOLLY PARTON PARKWAY SEVIERVILLE, TN FROM 3:00PM-6:00PM AND THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2026 STARTING AT 6:45AM UNTIL RACE STARTS AT 8:00AM.
Course Description: Course will close after 1 hour and 15 minutes after shot gun start. The race will begin at Sevier County High School spot TBD. Race course still TBD. Please check back closer to raceday for details.
Registration and Entry Fee: PRESALE $25.00($2.50 registration fee included)Early Registration is $43.40 ($3.40 registration fee included) until 10/31/2026,$48.40 ($3.40 registration fee included) from 11/01/2025 until 11/17/2026 $53.40 ($3.40 registration fee included) from 11/18/2026 until 11/25/2026, and $58.40 ($3.40 registration fee included) for 11/26/2025 registration. Race day registration from 6:30 7:30 a.m. No refunds. Race will be held rain,snow,sleet or shine. Strollers are allowed. Service Dogs only.
All pre-registered runner/walkers will receive race t-shirt and custom race participation medallions/Christmas ornament on race day. Registration made after November 19, 2026 are not guaranteed. Race Day registrants will receive race t-shirt and custom participation medallions/Christmas ornament as supplies last. SWAG will not be mailed.
Awards: Overall Winner, 1st Place Male(ALL AGES), 1st Place Female(ALL AGES), and 1st place M/F in the following age groups 10 and under, 11-14, 15-19,20-29,30-39,40-49,50-59,60-69, 70-79,80-89 and 90 and up. NO DUPLICATION OF PRIZES
Refreshments: Refreshments will be provided following the race.
Date, Time, and Place: Thanksgiving morning! Thursday, November 26, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. Sevier County High School Parking Lot
PACKET PICKUP: WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2026 SCHS FOOTBALL STADIUM 1200 DOLLY PARTON PARKWAY SEVIERVILLE, TN FROM 3:00PM-6:00PM AND THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2026 STARTING AT 6:45AM UNTIL RACE STARTS AT 8:00AM.
Course Description: Course will close after 1 hour and 15 minutes after shot gun start. The race will begin at Sevier County High School spot TBD. Race course still TBD. Please check back closer to raceday for details.
Registration and Entry Fee: PRESALE $25.00($2.50 registration fee included)Early Registration is $43.40 ($3.40 registration fee included) until 10/31/2026,$48.40 ($3.40 registration fee included) from 11/01/2025 until 11/17/2026 $53.40 ($3.40 registration fee included) from 11/18/2026 until 11/25/2026, and $58.40 ($3.40 registration fee included) for 11/26/2025 registration. Race day registration from 6:30 7:30 a.m. No refunds. Race will be held rain,snow,sleet or shine. Strollers are allowed. Service Dogs only.
All pre-registered runner/walkers will receive race t-shirt and custom race participation medallions/Christmas ornament on race day. Registration made after November 19, 2026 are not guaranteed. Race Day registrants will receive race t-shirt and custom participation medallions/Christmas ornament as supplies last. SWAG will not be mailed.
Awards: Overall Winner, 1st Place Male(ALL AGES), 1st Place Female(ALL AGES), and 1st place M/F in the following age groups 10 and under, 11-14, 15-19,20-29,30-39,40-49,50-59,60-69, 70-79,80-89 and 90 and up. NO DUPLICATION OF PRIZES
Refreshments: Refreshments will be provided following the race.
Races
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Smoky Bear Turkey Chase 5K
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Custom Designed Race T-Shirt
Thu 26th November 2026 (8:00AM EST)
$43.40
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