Tennessee · 2K · 5K
Horton Trail Race
Horton Trail Race is a 2K and 5K event held in Memphis, Tennessee. It was last held on October 2, 2026 and is usually run in October; the next date hasn't been announced yet. About 300 runners take part across all distances.
- Usually held
- October
- Location
- Memphis, TN
- Field size
- ~300 runners
Race details
- Last held
- October 2, 2026
- Usually held in
- October
- Location
- Memphis, Tennessee
- Distances
- 2K, 5K
- Field size
- About 300 runners
- Registration
- runsignup.com
- Official website
- thefrankhorton.com
Registration, course & weather
About the Horton Trail Race
The Frank Horton Trail Race is a family-friendly nighttime 2K Fun Run and 5K Trail Race at Shelby Farms with all proceeds benefitting Memphis Youth Athletics , a non-profit organization focused on creating healthy habits with every run, jump and throw. AWARDS (5K Trail Race ONLY): The awards go 3-deep in Overall, 3-deep in Masters, 1-deep in Grand Masters, 1-deep in Senior Master and 3-deep in age groups.
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Horton Trail Race: common questions
- When is the Horton Trail Race?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in October. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Horton Trail Race held?
- In Memphis, Tennessee.
- What distances does the Horton Trail Race offer?
- 2K and 5K.
- How many people run the Horton Trail Race?
- About 300 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the Horton Trail Race?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Horton Trail Race?
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open. Listed fee for the longest distance, $55 (from runsignup.com, checked September 22, 2026).
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