We Ran The Very First RUN DOLLYWOOD Race Weekend | Was It Worth It?

Would you like to participate in the next Run Dollywood Race Weekend? Here is our Flower & Food festival food guide ►    • Dollywood Tasting Pass: Is It Worth It? Co...   New Dollywood NightFlight Expedition Ride ►    • Dollywood's NightFlight Expedition Constru...   ⏱️⏱️VIDEO CHAPTERS⏱️⏱️ 0:00 - Intro 1:27 - Drive To Dollywood 1:58 - HeartSong Lodge & Resort 2:36 - Race Expo 7:33 - Blessing of The Sneakers 9:50 - Quick Service Options 11:03 - Race Morning 14:11 - 5K Race 41:54 - Post Race Activities 47:13 - 10k Race 50:26 - Run Dollywood Review ⏰ Tik Tok |   / aiotfamily   📸 Instagram |   / aiotfamily   👤 Facebook |   / aiotfamily   🐦 Twitter |   / aiotfamily   🎥 The Camera Gear We Use ►    • The Best Camera For YouTube In 2026?  Our ...   📬 Contact Us [email protected] Ryan & Brie PO BOX 4975 Sevierville, TN 37864 https://www.dollywood.com/themepark/f... Welcome to the inaugural Run Dollywood Race Weekend, where every mile is designed to deliver smiles, memorable moments, and a one-of-a-kind destination experience in the heart of the Smoky Mountains. Whether you are participating in the Half-Marathon, 10K, 5K, or Kids Race, this race weekend combines the excitement of competition with the one-of-a-kind atmosphere that only Dollywood can offer. From scenic courses and family-friendly activities to live entertainment and the opportunity to enjoy the park after your race, Run Dollywood is designed for runners and their supporters to make the most of the entire weekend. While participants are on course, spectators can enjoy live entertainment near the finish line, including music from Run Katie Run and karaoke activities for families and guests as they cheer runners across the finish line. Race weekend begins Friday, April 24with packet pickup and the Runner Expo, hosted at Dollywood’s HeartSong Lodge & Resort from 9 a.m. - 7 p.m., where participants can collect race materials, explore vendor exhibits, and prepare for race day. For participants who purchased the Pre-Race Meal during registration, dinner will be served inside Dollywood at the Blue Ribbon Pavilion on Saturday, April 25at 5 p.m. or 6:30 p.m., offering runners and families a chance to gather, fuel, and prepare for race morning in a uniquely Dollywood setting. Following the meal, guests may continue enjoying the park for the remainder of the evening during normal operating hours. This guide is designed to help you navigate every part of race weekend—from packet pickup and transportation to course maps, race day timelines, awards, and important participant information. We are honored to welcome you to the very first Run Dollywood weekend and look forward to making this an unforgettable experience for every runner, family member, and guest. #dollywood #pigeonforge #run #running #rundisney #gatlinburg #dollyparton #themepark #gatlinburg #smokymountains #tennessee