Appalachian Fair 2.62 Mile Mini Marathon & Kid's Duck Waddle Dash 2026

The Appalachian Fair 2.62 Mile Mini Marathon is a short evening race held at the Appalachian Fairgrounds in Gray, Tennessee, coinciding with fair week. The Kid's Duck Waddle Dash begins at 8 p.m., with the 2.62-mile race starting at 8:30 p.m. This timing positions the event as a fair-night opener rather than a typical morning road race. Participants include runners, walkers, and wheelchair athletes. Strollers are permitted if positioned at the rear. Children receive a packet with coupons for two fair rides, while adults are given a fair gate ticket. Awards are distributed broadly, covering overall winners, masters, grandmasters, and age groups ranging from 9 and under to 70 and older. The race also marks the start of the Appalachian Fair's 100th anniversary, with the Golden Knights and Clydesdale horses scheduled as part of the fair week activities.