Discovery Dash 5K/10K and 1 Mile Fun Run
- Date
- October 10, 2026
- Location
- 830 Everett Blvd, Union City, TN
- Distance
- 5k · 10k · 1 Mile Fun Run
From the Organizer
Looking for the most unusual fall race in the world?
Lace up for the 2026 Discovery Dash on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026, at Discovery Park of America. This year, experience the 50-acre heritage park in full autumn splendor, complete with crisp fall air and The Settlement transformed into a festive Pumpkin Village.
The route meanders through a man-made river, waterfalls, bridges and other scenic features. No other course lets you dash past a 120-year-old church, an 1800s frontier settlement, a reproduction of an early 19th-century town and a complete vintage train station.
From race-day check-in and pre-race entertainment to the inflatable archway finish line, finisher certificates and winner medals, you won’t want to miss a moment.
Awards will be presented in the 5K and 10K for males and females in the following age categories:
12 and under
13-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70 and over
Schedule:
6:30-7:45 a.m. — Registration
8 a.m. — 10K begins
8:30 a.m. — 5K begins
9 a.m. — 1-mile fun run begins
9:30 a.m. — Awards ceremony
Registration for the 5K and 1-mile fun run before Aug. 31 is $25 and includes a Discovery Dash T-shirt and two complimentary admission tickets to Discovery Park for the day. Beginning Sept. 1, registration increases to $30, and T-shirts will be available while supplies last.
Registration for the 10K before Aug. 31 is $30 and includes a Discovery Dash T-shirt and two complimentary admission tickets to Discovery Park for the day. Beginning Sept. 1, registration increases to $35, and T-shirts will be available while supplies last.
Sponsors include Thompson CAT Machinery.
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
74°
Typical Low
48°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Union City, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Union City, TN
Population
11,040
as of 2023
Elevation
325 ft
Nearest Airport
PAH
Barkley Regional Airport · 47 mi
Major Hub
MEM
Memphis International Airport · 108 mi
Time Zone
Central 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 Discovery Dash 5K/10K and 1 Mile Fun Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- Discovery Dash 5K/10K and 1 Mile Fun Run
- Date
- October 10, 2026
- Location
- 830 Everett Blvd, Union City, TN
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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.
The 10K is the distance where running stops feeling like a starting point and starts feeling like a sport. Long enough to require a real training block. Short enough that race day is fully manageable for a first-timer who's put in the work.
Race day energy at a 10K is community at its best — strangers cheering you by name, people moving toward the same goal, an atmosphere that solo training can't replicate. It's fast enough that you'll spend the whole race pushing rather than managing your effort.
This is also the distance that builds the base for everything else. Most athletes who go on to run half marathons, do triathlons, or compete in HYROX started here. What you need: running shoes fitted to your stride, a training plan, and the race on your calendar. The registration is what makes the deadline real.
How long to train: 4–8 weeks for most fitness levels.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most 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 Discovery Dash 5K/10K and 1 Mile Fun Run?
- Discovery Dash 5K/10K and 1 Mile Fun Run is a running race held in Union City, Tennessee on October 10, 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 Discovery Dash 5K/10K and 1 Mile Fun Run?
- Saturday, October 10, 2026 in Union City, Tennessee at 830 Everett Blvd, Union City, TN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Discovery Dash 5K/10K and 1 Mile Fun Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Discovery Dash 5K/10K and 1 Mile Fun Run
Oct 10, 2026