When are most 5K races held in Chattanooga?
November is the busiest month for 5K races in Chattanooga, with 4 of the 26, followed by March with 4. 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.
26 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.
Sun, Oct 25, 20267 Bridges Marathon Chattanooga, TNRegistration closedPricing TBADetails 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 Sun, Nov 22, 2026Run Like Mike Chattanooga, TNFreeDetails 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, 2027Lucky 5K/10K/Half Marathon - Chattanooga Chattanooga, TNFrom $25Details Sun, Mar 14, 2027Time to Paddy 5K/10K & Lucky 13.1 - Chattanooga Chattanooga, TNFrom $32Details 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 6, 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 Sun, Oct 17, 2027Spooky Sprint - 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 25, 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.