Firefly 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- August 14, 2026
- Location
- 700 3rd St, Elizabethton, TN
- Distance
- 5K
- Price
- $30
From the Organizer
7:00 PM. Join Main Street Elizabethton for the 6th annual Firefly 5K. An evening run/walk starting and ending at Covered Bridge Park to benefit Main Street Elizabethton and Downtown Elizabethton revitalization efforts. Electronic B-tag timing by We Run Events.
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
85°
Typical Low
63°
Chance of Rain
39%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Elizabethton, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Elizabethton, TN
City Elevation
1,746 ft
Nearest Airport
TRI
Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA Airport · 14 mi
Major Hub
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 106 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Firefly 5K Run/Walk?
- Firefly 5K Run/Walk is a running race held in Elizabethton, Tennessee on August 14, 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 Firefly 5K Run/Walk?
- Friday, August 14, 2026 in Elizabethton, Tennessee at 700 3rd St. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Firefly 5K Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Firefly 5K Run/Walk
Aug 14, 2026