1000 Mile BikeWalk for Prevention
About this race
34 r rThe 1000 MIle BikeWalk for Prevention to be held August 22, 2026 is a regional event for kids, teens, adults... the whole family to enjoy a fun and healthy morning while helping a good cause. Not a timed race, the 1000 Miler will record the distances traveled by every participant to reach the cumulatiive goal of 1000 miles.
Separate biking and walking loops of about 5 miles and 1 mile, respectively over closed roadways, plus a sidewalk-only kiddie route. No route parallels or crosses a busy street. Prizes will be awarded in each of several classifications for the greatest distance travelled during the several hour event. Teams that fund raise independently are encouraged and will be awarded bonus mileage based on their donations to the event on or before event day. Registered virtual BikeWalkers may sleep in and still partipate in the event by registering online.
BikeWalk Morristown, TN was founded to support those who like to bike, e-Bike, walk, run , etc. to join together and share their active lifestyle with others. The 1000 Mile BikeWalk for Prevention event will raise funds for Hamblen County Substance Abuse Coalition, because, eserach has shown, when people, especially teens, become involved in activities they truly enjoy, there is less tendency to turn to dangerous substances.
Pick your distance
Cycling
Biking Challenge & Fun Ride
Not a timed race, but distance traveled by each rider will be accumulated toward the event goal of 1000 miles. Limited to age 10 and up. Experienced riders are assumed to cover 2 or more circuits of the 15 mile route on the two hour event. All bike types OK with minimum 20" wheels. All riders must wear a helmet for the entire ride and be able to climb hills (elevation change 500') twice per circuit.
Running
Walking/Running Challenge & Fun Walk
Not a timed event, but distance travelled by each walker/runner will be accumulated toward the event goal of 1000 miles. It is assumed participants will want to cover a 5K equivalent (1 mile loop 3+ times) during the 2 hour event. Balance bikes, wheel chairs, wagons, inline skates, scooters and friendly furry friends on leash are permitted. Kids under 16 on bikes must wear helmets by law.
Jr. BikeWalker Ghouls and Goblins Fun Walk/Ride
A 1/2 mile sidewalk circuit is ideal for kids of any age in costumes. Great for grandparents. Kids on bikes must wear helmets (by law). Small children must be accompanied by a responsible attendant. Everyone must register online or in person to be eligible for post event activities.
Virtual BikeWalkers
Virtual BikeWalkers must register online or in person to be eligible for post event activities. Ride, walk or run at your convenience from any location. Record your distance and report it to the scoring table on event day.
Typical race-day weather
Based on 3 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Morristown, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 6:57 AM and sets at 8:14 PM local time (EDT) in Morristown on August 22, 2026 — 13h 17m of daylight.
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Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 6 Morristown events
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