Dog Days of Summer Trail Race

Event overview

The Dog Days of Summer Trail Race is a multi-event trail running weekend in Grandview, Tennessee (2392 Possum Trot Rd). The listed dates are Saturday August 15 to Sunday August 16, 2026. The event benefits Flying Pigs Animal Sanctuary; race proceeds are directed to support animals in rural Tennessee. Registration for the listed events opens June 2, 2026.

Event options include:

• 1-mile loop or 3-mile loop
• 1 hour, 3 hour, 6 hour, 12 hour, 24 hour formats

Named events on the program include the 24-hour race, 12-hour night race, 6-hour day race, 3-hour night race, 1-hour sunrise race, and a multi-event combo. Entry fees and listed available spots vary by event.

Course, facilities and support

The course is described as trail terrain with significant hills and typical Tennessee summer heat and humidity. Each loop begins and ends at the same aid station area. On-course support is noted to include water and electrolyte supplies and a central aid station party zone. Tent camping is free and encouraged; car camping may be limited in rain. Glamping sites near the course are offered through a silent auction, with 100% of those auction proceeds also going to the sanctuary. Animals may be present near the course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.