The Annual Newbern Depot Days 5K Race and Fitness walk is in remembrance of Reverend George Butler and Bart Williams, who began overseeing this race over three decades ago, were dedicated to ensuring the race was held annually, regardless of the number of participants. In their honor, we are continuing this tradition, and all proceeds from the event will benefit the George Butler Memorial Food Pantry and the Loads of Love Laundry ministry of the Newbern Cumberland Presbyterian church. This pantry and laundry ministry, operated by community volunteers, is located at the Newbern Cumberland Presbyterian Church, where Reverend Butler served as pastor and Bart, a devoted member, for over 30 years. We are also asking for support on the day of the race by asking participants to bring canned goods and laundry pods to support the food pantry and laundry ministry in Newbern.
The race events include:
5K Rail Run
Morning Mile Awards
Jr. Morning Run Awards (2nd grade and under)
Health Walk
We are seeking sponsors to help us make this event a success. For a sponsorship cost of $100, your organization will receive recognition on event materials, including banners, flyers, and our website. Your support will honor Reverend Butler’s legacy and provide essential resources to the George Butler Memorial Food Pantry, helping those in need within our community. Please make checks out to Newbern Rotary.
Race Location
Downtown Newbern
West Main St.
Newbern, TN 38024
Race Events:
5K Run
Choctaw Mile Awards 6 grade and U
Jr Choctaw Run Awards 2 Grade and U
Health Walk
Saturday September 17th
7:00 to 7:45 Race Day Registration
8:00 to 9:00 5K , Choctaw Mile Run Medals 6 grade and U, & Jr Choctaw Run Knot Medals 2 Grade and U
o 5K Run – $20 Student Six Grade & U Cotton Shirt Size: Youth: S M L Adult: S M L XL or $15 Day of Race2XL +$2/ 3XL+$4
o 5K Run – $20 Adult Cotton Shirt Size: Youth: S M L Adult: S M L XL or $20 Day of Race 2XL +$2 / 3XL+$4
o Choctaw Mile – $15 Six Grade & U Cotton Shirt Size: Youth: S M L Adult: S M L XL or $15 Day of Race 2XL +$2 / 3XL+$4
o Jr. Choctaw Run (Third Grade & under) – $15 Cotton Shirt Size: Youth: S M L Adult: S M L XL or $15 Day of Race
o 2 Mile Walk – $15 Cotton Shirt Size: Youth: S M L Adult: S M L XL or $15 Day of Race
Event T Shirt can be purchased for $15.
*Shirts only guaranteed if registered by September 9th, 2022.
More information email: rbutler@ymcaofdyercounty.org or Call Randy Butler at 731-676-8445.
Sep 19, 2026
Distance — Depot Days Event T Shirt Purchase
Type — Running
08:00
$15.00
Sep 19, 2026
Distance — Depot Days Jr.Run Kids second grade younger
Type — Running
08:00
$15.00
Sep 19, 2026
Distance — Depot Days Rail Run 5K
Type — Running
08:00
0.00
Sep 19, 2026
Distance — Depot Days Fitness Walk
Type — Running
08:01
0.00
Sep 19, 2026
Distance — Depot Days Jr. Choctaw Run Kids second grade younger
Type — Running
08:01
0.00
Sep 19, 2026
Distance — Depot Days Morning Mile
Type — Running
08:01
0.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for September in Newbern.
Learn more about the host city, Newbern.
Newbern is a town in Dyer County, Tennessee. As of the 2020 census, the town population was 3,349.
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