When are most 5K races held in Chattanooga?
March is the busiest month for 5K races in Chattanooga, with 4 of the 25, followed by November with 3. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
Tennessee · 5K
2026-2027 5K Races in Chattanooga, Tennessee
Every upcoming 5K around Chattanooga, with start times, entry fees, finish-time stats from past editions, start-line maps, and the local run clubs to train with.
25 upcoming 5K races found · 17 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Chattanooga races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Oct 17, 2026Spooky Sprint - Chattanooga Chattanooga, TNFrom $46Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026Spookasaurus (formerly Kooky Not Spooky), An Awesomesauce Event Chattanooga, TNFrom $45Details Sat, Nov 7, 2026Paws and Give Thanks Rescue Run 5K Chattanooga, TNFrom $40Details Sun, Nov 8, 2026Salute to Veterans 5K/10K/Half Marathon - Chattanooga Chattanooga, TNFrom $15Details Sun, Nov 22, 2026Turkey Trails - Chattanooga Chattanooga, TNFrom $38Details Sat, Dec 5, 2026White Elephant 5K/10K/Half Marathon - Chattanooga Chattanooga, TNFrom $30Details Sat, Dec 19, 2026Jingle Bell Jog Chattanooga Chattanooga, TNFrom $35Details Sat, Jan 9, 2027Freeze Your Half Off, An Awesomesauce Event Chattanooga, TNFrom $48Details Sat, Jan 16, 2027Project Running Fearless Experience-Chattanooga Edition Chattanooga, TNFrom $165Details Sun, Jan 17, 2027Chilly Willy 5K/10K/Half Marathon - Chattanooga Chattanooga, TNFrom $30Details Sat, Feb 6, 2027Time Travel Half Marathon/5K/10K - Chattanooga Chattanooga, TNFrom $32Details Sun, Feb 7, 2027Freakin Freezin 5K - Chattanooga Chattanooga, TNFrom $35Details Sat, Feb 13, 2027Cupid's Chase 5K Chattanooga Chattanooga, TNFrom $40Details Sat, Mar 13, 2027The Grab Bag, An Awesomesauce Event Chattanooga, TNFrom $30Details Sat, Mar 13, 2027Time to Paddy 5K/10K & Lucky 13.1 - Chattanooga Chattanooga, TNFrom $32Details Sat, Mar 13, 2027Lucky 5K/10K/Half Marathon - Chattanooga Chattanooga, TNFrom $25Details Sat, Mar 20, 20272nd Annual Not Just A Mom Run Chattanooga, TNFrom $45Details Sat, Apr 3, 2027DoNot Stop Half Marathon/5K/10K - Chattanooga Chattanooga, TNFrom $32Details Sat, Apr 24, 2027Trach Families presents Breath of Life 5K Chattanooga, TNFrom $45Details Sun, May 16, 2027Hometown Half Marathon/5K/10K - Chattanooga Chattanooga, TNFrom $32Details Sun, Jun 27, 2027Treat Trot Chattanooga Chattanooga, TNFrom $32Details Sat, Jul 10, 2027Burn Your Half Off, An Awesomesauce Event Chattanooga, TNFrom $40Details Sat, Jul 24, 2027Heatwave Half Marathon/5K/10K - Chattanooga Chattanooga, TNFrom $32Details Sun, Jul 25, 2027Christmas 5K/10K/Half Marathon in July - Chattanooga Chattanooga, TNRegistration opens Dec 17From $25Details Sun, Sep 12, 2027Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5K/10K - Chattanooga Chattanooga, TNFrom $32Details
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Oct 16, 2026.
Common Questions About Running a 5K in Chattanooga
Are Chattanooga 5K races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 17 5K races in Chattanooga with published results, the typical median finish is around 36:48, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.
Where can I train for a 5K in Chattanooga?
Browse Chattanooga run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.