🦆 QuackTrack & Duck Waddle Dash

 

Appalachian Fair’s QuackTrack 2.62-Mile Walk/Run

 

Featuring the Duck Waddle Dash for Kids

📅 Friday, August 21, 2026
📍 Appalachian Fairgrounds
🎉 Kicking off the 100th Anniversary Celebration of the Appalachian Fair!

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A Century of Family, Farming, & Fun! 🎡

Get ready to lace up your running shoes and celebrate 100 years of the Appalachian Fair with one of the most exciting new events of the centennial year — the QuackTrack 2.62-Mile Walk/Run!

Designed for all ages and fitness levels, this fun-filled event combines community spirit, wellness, family fun, and fair excitement as we officially launch our historic 8-day fair celebration.

Whether you’re racing for a personal best, walking with friends, or cheering on your little ones in the Duck Waddle Dash, there’s something for everyone!

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🏃 Event Details

QuackTrack 2.62-Mile Walk/Run

• Open to runners and walkers of all ages

• Scenic route around the fairgrounds

• Finisher medals for participants

• Official race bibs

• Centennial-themed race experience

• Great music, entertainment, and photo opportunities with Appy the Duck!

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🐥 Duck Waddle Dash

A fun kids race designed especially for our youngest fair fans!

• Short fun-run format

• Kid-friendly atmosphere

• Participation prizes

• Meet & greet opportunities with Appy the Duck

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⏰ Schedule of Events

Time/Event

6:00-8:00 PM - Race Day Registration & Packet Pickup Opens

8:00 PM - Duck Waddle Dash Begins

8:30 PM - QuackTrack 2.62-Mile Walk/Run Starts

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🏅 Awards & Recognition

Awards will be presented in multiple age divisions for the QuackTrack race, including:

• Overall Male & Female Winners

• Masters Division

• Youth Divisions

• Best Centennial Spirit Outfit 🦆

• Team & Family Participation Recognition

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🎟 Registration Information

Participants are encouraged to pre-register to guarantee:

• Official event T-shirt

• Race packet

• Medal availability

• Faster check-in

Online registration information will be announced soon!

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🦆 Why 2.62 Miles?

The QuackTrack distance celebrates the Appalachian Fair’s historic 1926 founding year, honoring a century of traditions, agriculture, entertainment, and community involvement across Northeast Tennessee and the Appalachian Highlands.

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📸 What to Expect

• Centennial-themed photo spots

• Music & entertainment

• Family activities

• Sponsor giveaways

• Post-race refreshments

• Fair-themed atmosphere

• Special appearances by Appy the Duck

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💛 Become a Sponsor

Businesses and community organizations are invited to support this exciting new event through sponsorship opportunities including:

• T-shirts

• Medals

• Swag bags

• Water & refreshments

• Awards & prizes

• Kids race sponsorships

To become a sponsor, contact: 📧 appalachianfair@gmail.com or 📞 423-477-3211

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📍 About the Appalachian Fair

The Appalachian Fair Association proudly celebrates its 100th Anniversary in 2026 with an expanded 8-day fair running August 22–29, 2026, in Gray.

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For generations, the Appalachian Fair has brought together agriculture, education, entertainment, and community traditions for families across the region.