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Burning Off The BBQ 5K

5K · Walk

May 16, 2026 · Sevierville, Tennessee, US

Listed Feb 16, 2026

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Get ready to lace up your running shoes and start Burning Off The BBQ!

Join us for the 1st Annual Burning Off the BBQ 5K, a high-energy community race bringing together runners, walkers, families, and friends for a morning of fitness, fun, and fellowship along the beautiful Greenway in Sevierville, Tennessee. 

Whether you're chasing a PR, enjoying a scenic walk, or just working up an appetite for festival food, this race is for you!

 
🌟 Why Run?
This race isn’t just about the miles, it’s about impact.

Proceeds from the Burning Off the BBQ 5K support the Sevierville Rotary Club’s community service initiatives, including college scholarships, healthcare initiatives, and community improvement projects. 

When you register, you’re contributing to Rotary's mission of Service Above Self right here in our community.

We are still accepting race sponsors:   Request Sponsorship Packet


🏅 Race Details
* Professionally timed 5K (3.1 miles)
* Awards for overall male & female and age group winners (See Below)
* Commemorative race t-shirt (guaranteed with early registration)
* Family-friendly and walker-friendly
* Easy walkable parking & access to portable restrooms
 
👟 Who Should Participate?
✔ Competitive runners
✔ First-time 5K participants
✔ Families & friend groups
✔ Rotary supporters
✔ BBQ lovers who need to burn their calories 😉

 
🎶 Make It a Weekend to Remember
Our race takes place the same weekend as the Visit Sevierville's "Blooming BBQ Music & Food Festival".  Begin your visit on Friday and enjoy the live bands and BBQ vendors.  Join us Saturday morning to burn off all those extra calories, and after the race, head back to the festival to enjoy day 2!  Share the community spirit of Sevierville. Whether you’re running fast or walking with friends, you’ll cross the finish line knowing you made a difference.

Register today and help us kick off this exciting new Sevierville tradition!
We can’t wait to see you at the starting line!

🏅Award Categories

  • Overall Male – 1st
  • Overall Female – 1st
  • Overall Male – 2nd
  • Overall Female – 2nd
  • Overall Male - 3rd
  • Overall Female - 3rd

1st Place Male & Female in age category

14 & Under 
15–19 
20–39 
40–59 
60+ 
 

Special Categories

The Service & Speed Award – Fastest Rotarian

Haute & Saucy Award – Best Dressed BBQ Theme

Seasoned & Smokin’ Award – Fastest 70+ Male & Female

The Pit Crew Pace Award – Fastest Team (Ribbon Award)

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