From the Organizer
Get ready to lace up your running shoes and start Burning Off The BBQ!
Join us for the 2nd 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)
* Medal Awards for overall male & female and age group winners
* Commemorative Race medal for all participants
* Family-friendly and stroller-friendly
* Safe & easy walkable parking & access to portable restrooms
👟 Who Should Participate?
✔ Competitive runners
✔ First-time 5K participants
✔ Families & friend groups (make a team!)
✔ Rotary supporters
✔ BBQ lovers who need to burn their calories 😉
🎶 Make It a Weekend to Remember
Our race takes place during Visit Sevierville’s Bloomin’ BBQ Music & Food Festival, one of the Sevierville'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.
While you’re here, don’t miss the Smokin’ Shields Showdown 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!
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.
Register today and help us build a new Sevierville tradition.
We can’t wait to see you at the starting line! 🏁
🥇🥈🥉Medal Categories
1st Overall Male & Female
2nd Overall Male & Female
3rd Overall Male & Female
Age Group Categories
🥇🥈🥉1st, 2nd & 3rd Place Male & Female
13 & Under
14–19
20–29
30–39
40–49
50–59
60–69
Special Medal Categories
The Service & Speed Award: Fastest Rotarian (Male & Female)
The Seasoned & Smokin' Award: Fastest 70+ (Male & Female)
Ribbon Awards
The Haute & Saucy Award: Best BBQ-Themed Outfit
The Pit Crew Pace Award: Fastest Team
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
80°
Typical Low
55°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Sevierville, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Sevierville, TN
Population
18,105
as of 2023
City Elevation
920 ft
Nearest Airport
TYS
McGhee Tyson Airport · 25 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Approximate location — pin shows the host city, not the exact venue.
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Days to train
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- Burning Off The BBQ 5K
- Date
- May 15, 2027
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Burning Off The BBQ 5K?
- Burning Off The BBQ 5K is a running race held in Sevierville, Tennessee on May 15, 2027. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Burning Off The BBQ 5K?
- Saturday, May 15, 2027 in Sevierville, Tennessee at 120 Gary R Wade Blvd. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Burning Off The BBQ 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Burning Off The BBQ 5K
May 15, 2027