Dollywood's Light The Way 5k 2026

The race.

Dollywood's Light the Way 5K takes place November 13, 2026, in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, starting at 11 p.m. during the Smoky Mountain Christmas festival. The 5K course begins at a new location and covers more than half its distance off-park, including Dollywood's tram road and finishing through the park's Christmas light display. The course will be cleared at 12:30 a.m. Finishers receive a commemorative medal, and awards go to the top three overall finishers and top three men's and women's finishers (must be present to collect). The event is limited to 2,000 runners. A 1-mile fun walk alternative is available. Registration is $50 through June 1 and $55 from June 2 through November 13. Strollers are not permitted.