We are thrilled that you will be joining us for the 14th annual Light the Way 5K - thank you! We are looking forward to a fun and festive evening at Dollywood. Please familiarize yourself with the race instructions and information below in order to be prepared for the event.

Packet Pick Up
Information Coming Soon

· Once registration closes at 9:00 p.m. at Splash Country, NO registrations will be taken in person or via the Light the Way 5K website.

There will be NO PACKET PICK-UP at Dollywood’s front gate prior to race.

Accommodations
Don't live in the East Tennessee area?  Stay at Dollywood's resort: Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort and Spa.
Room blocks are now available at Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort & Spa for Light the Way participants. Stay just minutes from the race, enjoy the beautiful resort, and make it a memorable night with friends and family.

Spots will fill up quickly, so book your stay today and get ready for an unforgettable evening of lights, community, and fun! Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort & Spa – Light The Way 5K 

Parking

The race begins at 11 p.m. If you come to the park the day of the race before Dollywood closes at 9 p.m., there will be a charge for parking.  

If Dollywood is still open when you arrive, do not park in a designated disabled parking space.

If you would like to come early and enjoy all that Dollywood’s award-winning Smoky Mountain Christmas festival has to offer, please visit www.dollywood.com for information on pricing and admission tickets.

Timing

The timing will be real time and will have scrolling, instant results at the finish line.  Your timing chip will be in your bib, so please wear your bib on your outermost clothing, placed on the front and center of your chest.  All results will be posted on this website.

Light the Way 5K will take participants entirely through Dollywood, starting at the Toll Booths and traveling throughout the theme park.

Volunteers will help direct runners and walkers throughout the course layout.

NOTE: There is NO check-in at the race; pre-registration is required and takes place up until 9 p.m. the night of the race.

Have additional questions? Check out our FAQ page!

RACE COURSE: See Below