Dr. Dennis Branch 5K Run/Walk

This 5K Run will benefit the Tennessee Picnic in honor of the late Dr. Dennis Branch who was a prominent African American Physician in Newport TN for nearly 50 Years. Dr. Branch became nationally known as a guest of honor in Hollywood on the Ralph Edwards Television Show "This Is Your Life" in 1958. Dr. Branch passed away in 1964 leaving his legacy as a prominent Physician. He was 77 years of age at the time of his death.

The 5K Run/Walk will take place on Saturday August 1, 2026, 7:30 a.m. at the Newport City Park entrance and proceeds onto the streets of Rankin Rd, runners and walkers will make a turn around on Rankin Rd. ending back into the Park for a total of 3.1 miles. (Signs will mark the route). There will also be Registration at the City Park starting at 6:30 a.m. and ending 7:15 a.m. with the race beginning at 7:30 a.m.  (THE EVENT WILL BE CHIP TIMED BY TROJAN TIMING). This is an event for all ages, so bring the whole family! We look forward to seeing you there!!!!

Join fellow runners on August 1, 2026 for the Dr. Dennis Branch 5K Run/Walk. It's a fantastic 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Newport.