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Laurel
Dace
Day

5k
Race,
Fun
Run
and
Conservation
Celebration

Laurel Dace Day is a conservation celebration and festival that raises awareness of a critically endangered fish found only on nearby Walden’s Ridge.

On May 17, 2025, the Aquarium and its partners hosted the inaugural Laurel Dace Day with a 5k, Half Mile Fun Run and celebration to support the Laurel Dace.

The festivities included a local farmer’s market, artisan vendors, music, and activities with conservation scientists and educators.

Stay tuned for details on Laurel Dace Day in 2026!

The Race for the Laurel Dace and Laurel Dace Day in Spring City, Tennessee.

Nokian Tyres was the 2025 Presenting Sponsor of Laurel Dace Day.

Nokian Tyres logo with black text, presenting sponsor of Laurel Dace Day 2025 in Spring City, TN

 

 

With additional support from Monkey Town Brewing Co., 101.1 The Eagle, Visit Spring City, Food City and La-Z-Boy.

Learn more about our work to protect the Laurel Dace.

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Image of Laurel Dace, a critically endangered fish species, to promote The Podcast Aquatic episode about the Endangered Species Act
Podcast: “The Race For The Laurel Dace”
Nov 27, 2024
In the Field
Fish out of water
Aug 22, 2024
In the Field
Boulders that would normally be covered in flowing water are seen in a mostly dry creek bed.
A Blue-Sky Nightmare for Endangered Fish
Nov 14, 2023
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