Smoky Mountain Midnight 8K Road Race
- Date Sat 9th August 2025 - Sun 10th August 2025
- Time 11:59PM EDT
- Location Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
- Price $37.40
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating night of running at the Smoky Mountain Midnight 8K Road Race on Saturday, August 9, 2025, in the picturesque Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. This unique race kicks off at 11:59 PM, allowing participants to experience the thrill of running under the stars. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Smoky Mountains, the course starts and finishes behind Pigeon Forge Junior High on a smooth track, featuring an exciting out-and-back route with a delightful lollipop loop around The Island.
With early bird registration starting at just $25 until April 9, 2025, this is a fantastic opportunity for runners of all levels to join in the fun. Participants can look forward to light post-race refreshments, a stylish unisex t-shirt for those who register early, and a chance to win awards in various categories, including overall winners and age divisions. Don’t miss out on this amazing event where you can earn Grand Prix points while enjoying the camaraderie of fellow runners. Mark your calendars for an unforgettable night in Pigeon Forge!
With early bird registration starting at just $25 until April 9, 2025, this is a fantastic opportunity for runners of all levels to join in the fun. Participants can look forward to light post-race refreshments, a stylish unisex t-shirt for those who register early, and a chance to win awards in various categories, including overall winners and age divisions. Don’t miss out on this amazing event where you can earn Grand Prix points while enjoying the camaraderie of fellow runners. Mark your calendars for an unforgettable night in Pigeon Forge!
Organiser's Description
DATE, TIME, & PLACE: Saturday August 9, 2025 at 11:59 PM in Pigeon Forge, TN.
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This year's course starts and finishes behind Pigeon Forge Junior High on the track. It is an out-and-back course on the greenway with a lollipop loop around The Island. Turn-by-turn and map available HERE [https://www.strava.com/routes/3245497968103795586/cue_sheet]. USATF Certification Number: TN24023MS
COURSE CLOSES AFTER 1 HOUR, 20 MINUTES
REGISTRATION (NO REFUNDS OR TRANSFERS): Early Bird Registration: through 4/9 $25 Regular registration: 4/10-7/22 $30; Late Registration 7/23-8/9: $35; KTC discount, volunteer coupons, and other discounts applied during early, online registration only.
BIB PICKUP: Saturday Night at the Pigeon Forge High School Track (near 414 Tiger Drive, Pigeon Forge TN 37863) from 10:00 to 11:45.
POST RACE FOOD: Light post race food will be available.
T-SHIRTS: Pre-registered runners will receive unisex t-shirts. Please note our shirt policy: Anyone registering after July 15 will receive shirts while supplies last. The shirt order will be placed on July 16 and when the inventory runs out in the RunSignUp system then there will be no more shirts. No re-orders.
Awards to the top 3 Overall male/female/open, top Masters (As defined by fastest person age 40 and above, not limited to 40-49) Grandmasters (As defined by fastest person age 50 and above, not limited to 50-59), Senior Grandmasters (As defined by fastest person age 60 and above, not limited to 60-69) male and female. Awards to the top 3 in each age group as well as Overall Clydesdale (men over 200 lbs.) and Overall Athena (Women over 150 lbs.) Age Divisions will be in 10 year increments (three deep). Overall winners not eligible for age division awards.
GRAND PRIX POINTS: 2025 Grand Prix points awarded at this race. Remember, to participate in the Grand Prix, runners must be a KTC Member and MUST volunteer at least 3 times at KTC Grand Prix events to qualify.
RESULTS: Complete results will be available on the KTC Website at www.ktc.org [http://www.ktc.org].
RACE ETIQUETTE: Due to insurance regulations, roller blades, strollers, bicycles, and dogs are not allowed on the course. Headphones are strongly discouraged.
KTC SAFETY POLICY: The Knoxville Track Club Board of Directors has approved an Event Safety Policy, viewable here: Weather Policy [https://tinyurl.com/knoxtrackweather]. Please familiarize yourself with it.
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This year's course starts and finishes behind Pigeon Forge Junior High on the track. It is an out-and-back course on the greenway with a lollipop loop around The Island. Turn-by-turn and map available HERE [https://www.strava.com/routes/3245497968103795586/cue_sheet]. USATF Certification Number: TN24023MS
COURSE CLOSES AFTER 1 HOUR, 20 MINUTES
REGISTRATION (NO REFUNDS OR TRANSFERS): Early Bird Registration: through 4/9 $25 Regular registration: 4/10-7/22 $30; Late Registration 7/23-8/9: $35; KTC discount, volunteer coupons, and other discounts applied during early, online registration only.
BIB PICKUP: Saturday Night at the Pigeon Forge High School Track (near 414 Tiger Drive, Pigeon Forge TN 37863) from 10:00 to 11:45.
POST RACE FOOD: Light post race food will be available.
T-SHIRTS: Pre-registered runners will receive unisex t-shirts. Please note our shirt policy: Anyone registering after July 15 will receive shirts while supplies last. The shirt order will be placed on July 16 and when the inventory runs out in the RunSignUp system then there will be no more shirts. No re-orders.
Awards to the top 3 Overall male/female/open, top Masters (As defined by fastest person age 40 and above, not limited to 40-49) Grandmasters (As defined by fastest person age 50 and above, not limited to 50-59), Senior Grandmasters (As defined by fastest person age 60 and above, not limited to 60-69) male and female. Awards to the top 3 in each age group as well as Overall Clydesdale (men over 200 lbs.) and Overall Athena (Women over 150 lbs.) Age Divisions will be in 10 year increments (three deep). Overall winners not eligible for age division awards.
GRAND PRIX POINTS: 2025 Grand Prix points awarded at this race. Remember, to participate in the Grand Prix, runners must be a KTC Member and MUST volunteer at least 3 times at KTC Grand Prix events to qualify.
RESULTS: Complete results will be available on the KTC Website at www.ktc.org [http://www.ktc.org].
RACE ETIQUETTE: Due to insurance regulations, roller blades, strollers, bicycles, and dogs are not allowed on the course. Headphones are strongly discouraged.
KTC SAFETY POLICY: The Knoxville Track Club Board of Directors has approved an Event Safety Policy, viewable here: Weather Policy [https://tinyurl.com/knoxtrackweather]. Please familiarize yourself with it.
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