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Cove Lake Christmas Dash

Cove Lake Christmas Dash is a running race on December 5, 2026 in Caryville, TN, with entry fees from $10 to $25.

Date
December 5, 2026 (145 days to go)
Price
$10–$25
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

Kick-off event to Christmas at Cove Lake State Park


Run or Walk  - Festive Christmas attire encouraged 

Fee: $10 (without shirt) - or - $25 (with Long Sleeved Christmas Race Shirt)
Note: Registration must be received before November 21 to receive a shirt

Post-race Refreshments includes unique Christmas Treat Bag and Hot Chocolate. 

In addition, special Christmas Ornament will be awarded as supply last..

Get Your Picture Made With Santa

 

Events

5K-No Shirt Option$10
5K$25

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

50°

Typical Low

30°

Chance of Rain

35%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Norris, 11 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:33 AMSunset 5:21 PMDaylight 9h 48m

Host City

About Caryville, TN

Population

2,079

as of 2023

City Elevation

1,186 ft

Nearest Airport

TYS

McGhee Tyson Airport · 36 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

From Endurance Grid

A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.

Race Location

Your Next Start Line

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Cove Lake Christmas Dash, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

145

Days to train

Race
Cove Lake Christmas Dash
Date
December 5, 2026

Plan your trip

Make it a Racecation

Coming from out of town? There's more to Caryville than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.

Plan your trip to Caryville
Lodging
Flights
Rental Car
Activities

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.

With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.

Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.

Read the Guide

Running

From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Cove Lake Christmas Dash?+
Cove Lake Christmas Dash is a running race held in Caryville, Tennessee on December 5, 2026. 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 Cove Lake Christmas Dash?+
Saturday, December 5, 2026 in Caryville, Tennessee at 110 Cove Lake Lane. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Cove Lake Christmas Dash?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Cove Lake Christmas Dash

Dec 5, 2026

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