May The Fourth Be With You 4k 2026 Sponsorship Packet

Elizabethton, Tennessee
Event Date: May 4, 2026
Website: May The 4k
Contact: Karen Hubbs 423.946.3784

✨ About the Event

May the Fourth Be With You 4K & Darth Dash

Elizabethton, Tennessee | May 4

Step into a galaxy not so far away… right here in Elizabethton.

The May the Fourth Be With You 4K & Darth Dash is a high-energy, Star Wars–themed running and walking event that brings together 500+ participants, spectators, and superfans for an unforgettable experience filled with costumes, community, and fun.

From Jedi to Sith, walkers to competitive runners, this event attracts a wide demographic of engaged participants who are ready to show up, have fun, and support the businesses that support their community.

Why Sponsor This Event?

This is more than just a race—it’s an immersive themed experience that creates meaningful brand interaction.

As a sponsor, your business will:

✨ Gain exposure to 500+ highly engaged participants and spectators
✨ Be aligned with a fun, family-friendly, and highly shareable event
✨ Benefit from social media promotion before, during, and after race day
✨ Have the opportunity for on-site activation (booths, giveaways, sampling)
✨ Be featured in email marketing campaigns reaching thousands of subscribers
✨ Connect with a loyal and growing community of runners and walkers

Presenting Sponsor — $5,000 (1 Available)

“Presented by [Your Business]”

• Exclusive naming rights on all event branding

• Logo placement on event shirts (front & center)

• Premium booth space in the Vendor Alley (best location)

• Banner placement at race start/finish line & stage

• Featured in press releases and media coverage

• Logo on bibs and medals

• Opportunity to speak at event kick-off

• Logo on all digital promotions & printed flyers

• 10 complimentary race entries

Lightsaber Sponsor — $2,500

• Large logo on event shirt (back)

• Booth space in Vendor Alley

• Logo on start/finish line banners

• Mentions in social media promotions (minimum 4)

• Option to place items in runner swag bags

• 6 complimentary race entries

Galaxy Sponsor — $1,000

• Medium logo on event shirt (back)

• Social media shout-outs (minimum 2)

• 10×10 booth space in Vendor Alley

• Name listed on printed event materials

• 4 complimentary race entries

Jedi Partner – $300 (Local Business Package)

Perfect for small, local businesses!

• Name listed on event shirt

• Social media thank-you post (grouped)

• Opportunity to provide swag for gift bags

• 2 complimentary race entries

• Discounted vendor booth add-on available ($50)

🎁 Additional Add-Ons (Optional)

• Medal Sponsor: $2,000 (10×10 space included)
• Bib Sponsor: $750 (10×10 space included)
• Vendor Booth Only: $100 (10×10 space)
• Banner Placement (Provided by Sponsor): $100
• Service Provider (Massages, Chiropractic, PT. etc…): $100
• Swag Bag Insert Only: $50

Please call or email us if you would prefer a paper invoice or have questions.

info@thegoosechase.org or 423-946-0519

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Thank you for your interest in event marketing.  We are truly appreciative and would love to partner with you.

We have a variety of options that you can choose from and if you would like further information, please feel free to give us a call 423-946-3784 or e-mail us at karenhubbs1@gmail.com.

Once everything is finalized, we will send you an invoice which will have online CC option.

Make checks payable to The Goose Chase

Mailing address: The Goose Chase 3101 Browns Mill Road, Ste. 6-182 Johnson City, TN 37604

A little about us…

Our founder, Karen Hubbs, began her career at the Johnson City Chamber of Commerce and Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) as the Sports Marketing Director.  During that time, Karen recruited National Championships as well as other athletic events to Johnson City which brought economic impact to the community.  While at the Johnson City CVB, Karen joined a few community fitness leaders to create the Bluegrass Half Marathon which ignited her passion for road races.  In 2013, Karen took a leap of faith and began The Goose Chase.  Since that time, she and her team have worked with several non-profits and organizations to create many fun events for the region including a marathon, three half marathons, obstacle course races, 5k’s, mile races and most recently the Tri-Cities Walking Challenge.

Upcoming Schedule

• Shamrock Shuffle- March 7, 2026
• Music & Miles- April 25, 2026
• May the Fourth Be With You- May 4, 2026
• Sorcerer’s Sprint – August 1, 2026
• Appalachian Fair 5k- August 21, 2026
• Bluegrass Half Marathon – September 27, 2026
• Haunted Half Marathon – October 31, 2026
• Scarecrow Skedaddle (Niswonger Children’s Hospital) – October 25, 2026
• The S’mores Run Johnson City – November 7, 2026
• The S’mores Run Townsend- November 14, 2026
• Johnson City Turkey Trot (Up & At ‘Em,  Inc.) – November 27, 2026
• Jingle 5k – December 10, 2026
• Santa Hustle- December 19, 2026

*Unless noted, the above events are races created for the community by The Goose Chase.

** Events in bold a part of the Tri-Fecta series, a three part half marathon series.

***Sponsorships available for these events as well.

In 2025…

We had 10,484 participants and ran/walked 50,000 miles