Join the Tennessee Aquarium for a 5K run on May 17, 2025, to kick off our inaugural Laurel Dace Day and help us win the Race to Save the Laurel Dace! The Town of Spring City and Visit Spring City are proud to be partnering with the Tennessee Aquarium in such a great cause.

Laurel Dace Day is a conservation celebration and festival that raises awareness of a critically endangered fish found only on nearby Walden’s Ridge. Register for the 8 a.m. ET 5K and receive a free custom t-shirt for participating in the Race to Save the Laurel Dace or bring the whole family to the free half-mile fun run starting at 9 a.m. ET. Runners and non-runners are welcome to join the Laurel Dace Day festivities! The registration link is provided below.

After enjoying a mostly flat run or walk in historic downtown Spring City, meet us at the finish line in the Spring City Nature Park next to the beautiful Piney River. There, the festivities will begin with a local farmers market, artisan vendors, music, food and drink options, fun activities with the Tennessee Aquarium’s conservation scientists and educators, and much more!