Burning Off The BBQ 5K

Burning Off The BBQ 5K Race Information

<p style="line-height:1.5"><span style="font-size:18pt;color:rgb( 186 , 55 , 42 )">Get ready to lace up your running shoes and start Burning Off The BBQ!</span></p> <p style="line-height:1.5">Join us for the <strong><em>2nd Annual Burning Off the BBQ 5K,</em> </strong>a high-energy community race bringing together runners, walkers, families, and friends for a morning of fitness, fun, and fellowship <em><strong>along the beautiful Greenway in Sevierville, Tennessee</strong>.</em> </p> <p style="line-height:1.5">Whether you&#39;re chasing a PR, enjoying a scenic walk, or just working up an appetite for festival food, this race is for you!</p> <p style="line-height:1.5"> <br />&#x1f31f; <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline">Why Run?</span></strong><br />This race isn’t just about the miles, it’s about impact.</p> <p style="line-height:1.5">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. </p> <p style="line-height:1.5">When you register, you’re contributing to Rotary&#39;s mission of Service Above Self right here in our community.</p> <p style="line-height:1.5"><span style="color:rgb( 186 , 55 , 42 )"><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong><em>We are still accepting race sponsors:</em></strong></span><strong><em>   <a style="color:rgb( 186 , 55 , 42 )" href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UIdVets-BlG2bC6OT92VGdPTQwt_WKvj/edit?usp=sharing&amp;ouid=105029717630121391830&amp;rtpof=true&amp;sd=true" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Request Sponsorship Packet</a></em></strong></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.5"><br />&#x1f3c5; <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline">Race Details</span></strong><br />* Professionally timed 5K (3.1 miles)<br />* Medal Awards for overall male &amp; female and age group winners <br />* Commemorative Race medal for all participants <br />* Family-friendly and stroller-friendly<br />* Safe &amp; easy walkable parking &amp; access to portable restrooms<br /> <br />&#x1f45f; <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline">Who Should Participate?</span></strong><br />✔ Competitive runners<br />✔ First-time 5K participants<br />✔ Families &amp; friend groups (make a team!)<br />✔ Rotary supporters<br />✔ BBQ lovers who need to burn their calories &#x1f609;</p> <p> </p> <p><span style="text-decoration:underline"><strong>&#x1f3b6; Make It a Weekend to Remember</strong></span><br />Our race takes place during Visit Sevierville’s Bloomin’ BBQ Music &amp; Food Festival, one of the Sevierville&#39;s most attended weekends of the year. Start your visit on Friday with live music, incredible BBQ, and downtown festivities. Then join us Saturday morning to burn off those extra calories before heading back to enjoy day two of the festival.</p> <p>While you’re here, don’t miss the <em><strong>Smokin’ Shields Showdown</strong></em> a friendly team competition between our local law enforcement at the Sevierville Police Department and Sevier County Sheriff’s Office, adding an extra layer of fun (and bragging rights) to race day!</p> <p>Come be part of the energy and community spirit that makes Sevierville so special. Whether you’re running for a personal best or walking with friends, you’ll cross the finish line knowing you made a difference.</p> <p>Register today and help us build a new Sevierville tradition.<br />We can’t wait to see you at the starting line! &#x1f3c1;</p> <p>&#x1f947;&#x1f948;&#x1f949;<span style="text-decoration:underline"><strong>Medal Categories</strong></span></p> <p>1st  Overall Male &amp; Female<br />2nd Overall Male &amp; Female<br />3rd  Overall Male &amp; Female</p> <p><span style="text-decoration:underline"><strong>Age Group Categories</strong></span></p> <p style="line-height:1">&#x1f947;&#x1f948;&#x1f949;1st, 2nd &amp; 3rd Place Male &amp; Female</p> <p>13 &amp; Under<br />14–19<br />20–29<br />30–39<br />40–49<br />50–59<br />60–69</p> <p><span style="text-decoration:underline"><strong>Special Medal Categories</strong></span></p> <p>The Service &amp; Speed Award: Fastest Rotarian (Male &amp; Female)</p> <p>The Seasoned &amp; Smokin&#39; Award: Fastest 70&#43; (Male &amp; Female)</p> <p><span style="text-decoration:underline"><strong>Ribbon Awards</strong></span></p> <p>The Haute &amp; Saucy Award: Best BBQ-Themed Outfit</p> <p>The Pit Crew Pace Award: Fastest Team</p>