Run for BCAWS!

Event Overview

Wanna go for a run! How bout a Walk? Either way bring yourself or your best four-legged friend for this one of a kind event on Blount County!

Race Details

• 5K Race: Come run yourself in our 5K race (Humans only this year).
• Pet Friendly: Go just Doggone WILD in the pet friendly Mile walk/run.
• Awards: Awards will be given to all Human runners in the 5K.
• Treats: Dogs (and their owners) enjoy a nice treat at the finish line.

Activities

• Field of Fun: After the main events, we will have a "Field of Fun" for all dogs.
• Contest: We will host giveaway contests for various dog awards such as Cutest Dog, Smallest Dog, and others.
• Vendors: Be sure to visit with our vendors and supporting sponsors.

Course Information

• Start/End: The 5K course will start and end at the Alcoa Public Works & Engineering Building.
• Out and Back: Course will be an out and back using local roads and the Alcoa/Maryville Greenway system.
• Mile Course: The 1-mile course will follow similar roads and pathways.
• Dog Policy: Dogs are only allowed in the 1-mile walk/run event.

Giveaways

All 5K Runners will receive an event T-shirt! Cut off for shirt sizes is 6/1/26 so register before to ensure your BCAWS Shirt!

Awards

• Top Runners: Top 3 Male & Female Runners will be recognized.
• Age Group Awards: Age group awards will be given to 5K runners in 10-year increments.
• Participation Treats: Dogs who participate in the walk/run will receive a tasty treat at the finish line.

Restrooms

Will be available at the start/finish area only. No Restrooms will be available on the course.

Water Stops

Aid/Water stations will be available at the turn around point. This will be stocked with water.

Parking and Transportation

Parking will take place at the address listed above.

Our Mission

Proceeds for this race will go to benefiting The Blount County Animal Welfare Society (BCAWS) who is a 501-c3 non-profit operation in pursuit of helping domestic pets stay with their owners, provide vet bills and other necessities that animals need to be healthy. BCAWS provides a number of services for animals based on the support of community sponsors and donations in order to keep pets and animals off the street and keep their well-being at the center of our attention.

BCAWS mission is to provide support and resources for animals in need and their owners. We build and distribute dog houses, provide fencing and kennels, fund spay/neuter and urgent vet care, and rehome pets when owners are unable to care for them.

Want to support without the sweat? Consider donating at the top of this page to directly help raise funds for our cause!

Event Information

Join us on June 13, 2026 at 715 Universal Dr, Alcoa, TN. For more details, visit the official race page.