Urban Nature 10K
Nov
1
8:00 AM08:00
Run

Urban Nature 10K

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10K Road/Trail Run

Enjoy this hilly and challenging half road, half trail 10k race through Chattanooga's Stringers Ridge! Packet Pickup will start at 6am on race day at the Start/Finish area located in Coolidge Park under the Market Street Bridge. This race benefits Stringers Ridge and is designed to show off this treasure inside our downtown.

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Muddy Pumpkin Mud Run
Oct
31
8:30 AM08:30
Run

Muddy Pumpkin Mud Run

Race Website

Race Details
2020 has made it even more important that we seek out ways to have some fun. So, we have the perfect solution…the Muddy Pumpkin Mud Run on Saturday, October 31st at 8:30am!

Before the event, you’ll have the opportunity to pick your pumpkin, get warmed up, and haul that gourd through the course.

Think you can handle a great pumpkin? Get creative with your hauling technique!

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5K Run4Love
Sep
19
8:30 AM08:30
Run

5K Run4Love

Race Website

Race Info: 
October 2019, Philip passed away after his 25th surgery. In years past, you have Run4Love to honor someone you know born with facial differences. This year, we invite you to run for Philip, virtually or physically.

Philip may be gone. What was inspired by this brilliant and loving young man six years ago will go on.

Love Without Reason and the generous support from individuals and organizations, such as yourself, has performed 687 free facial surgeries to children and adults on two continents

Even more, it matters to have your financial support. Despite the loss of Philip and the havoc of COVID 19 like you, we are fighting to keep going. With a few adjustments, all of us can keep the tradition of the 5Krun and get back to helping little lives.

Please join us as a runner or just as an extraordinary citizen doing extraordinary things!

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Challenge for Inclusion...Rising Together
Sep
15
to Sep 23

Challenge for Inclusion...Rising Together

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Race Info: 
A virtual fitness fundraiser using a variety of workout disciplines to support Special Olympics Tennessee. The fundraiser will take place September 15 - 23 and will include running challenges - 5K and 10K, rowing challenge, cycle challenge, Law Enforcement Torch Run, and a distance challenge for running, cycling and rowing.

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River + Road + Rock Adventure Triathlon
Jul
11
8:30 AM08:30
Tri

River + Road + Rock Adventure Triathlon

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Distance Options:

  • Long - 10K Stand Up Paddle, 10K Run (½ road, ½ trail), 4 Climbing Routes (Walnut Street Bridge Wall)

  • Short - 5K Stand Up Paddle, 5K Riverwalk Run, 2 Climbing Routes (Walnut Street Bridge Wall)

  • All division paddle times count towards Southern Stoke Paddle Series points. Racers who do not wish to participate in individual or team triathlon may race just for points. NOTE: Podium awards are for triathlon divisions below. Southern Stoke standings will receive certificate of placement and points will carry but no podium.

 

Craft Divisions (Pertinent to individual triathlon and for Southern Stoke points):

  • Rec/Surf SUP (under 12'6" - individual triathlon short course ONLY)

  • 12'6" SUP (individual triathlon short course or long course)

  • 14' SUP (individual triathlon short course or long course)

  • Open (individual triathlon LONG COURSE ONLY any other craft: kayak, OC, Prone...)

  • NOTE: All Relay Triathlon teams will compete against one another; there is no designation for craft nor gender blend, but instead for cumulative total team age. Run what ya brung!

Join us for an epic adventure triathlon in beautiful downtown Chattanooga! This paddle - run - climb tri will have you plying the river's waters, running the riverwalk or our urban trails on Stringer's Ridge, and tackling the climbing wall up the Walnut Street Bridge itself!

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Jun
19
to Jun 21
Run

Chattanooga Mountains Stage Race

  • Racoon Mtn / Lookout Mtn / Signal Mtn (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Race Website
Day 1: 18M
Day 2: 22M
Day 3: 20M

The Chattanooga Mountains Stage Race consists of three exciting days of trail running in the beautiful mountains surrounding Chattanooga. This challenging — yet attainable — series includes 18 miles on Raccoon Mountain for Day 1, 22 miles on Lookout Mountain for Day 2 with a slight change from last year…roughly the same mileage and climbing, and a 20-mile grand finale on Signal Mountain.

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Little Owl Festival 5k
Jun
6
9:00 AM09:00
Run

Little Owl Festival 5k

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This race is a fantastic introduction to trail running for the novice and other than one hill, it is a flat and fast course for the speed demons looking to set a personal best time. The course is 100% on dirt trail with the exception of a suspension bridge over South Chickamauga Creek. This event is open to anyone traveling at any speed. Hikers are most welcome and there are separate awards for the hikers. The run/hike will be followed by post race snacks, beverages and free admission to the Little Owl Festival which includes the following and more:

  • Raptor Release

  • Animal Exhibits

  • Live Music

  • Water Quality Demonstrations

  • Guided Hikes

  • Falconry Demonstrations

  • Wildlife and Cultural Education

  • Craft and Food Vendors

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Chattanooga Chase 8K
May
25
8:00 AM08:00
Run

Chattanooga Chase 8K

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8K Run
1M Run

The Chattanooga Chase is the oldest active competitive road race in the area. This year’s event will feature an 8k and 1-mile race through the scenic North Shore neighborhoods. The 8k is known for its challenging hills and breathtaking scenery. Rock Creek will be awarding a PREMIUM to the first male and female to reach the water station atop Minnekahda Avenue, the race’s most challenging climb. The 1-mile race features a fairly flat, fast course through the neighborhood adjacent to Chattanooga Golf and Country Club. The first 50 finishers of each distance will receive a special edition race t-shirt! 

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Chattanooga Trail Relay
May
16
to May 17
Run

Chattanooga Trail Relay

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The main parking lot at the amazing Enterprise South Nature Park will be transformed into a giant camp and outdoor restaurant to serve as the headquarters and transition area for the newest trail running events in the southeast. This is a 97 mile race that includes three separate trail loops. Each loop must be completed six times by each team. You have two team options…the 1-3 person “Ultra” team or the 4-6 person “Relay” team. We will give out awards for six separate divisions. Don’t miss out on this inaugural epic adventure.

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Big Frog 50K
Apr
26
8:00 AM08:00

Big Frog 50K

Race Info
50K trail run
13.1M trail run
7M trail run

The Big Frog 50K is a favorite race in the endurance scene. It packs 8,000+ feet of climbing in just 65 miles. Racers will enjoy the same single track, mountain views and fast descents through the Cherokee National Forest

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Choo Choo Chase Paddle Race
Apr
18
9:00 AM09:00

Choo Choo Chase Paddle Race

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Races Distances:
7M
2.5M
Kid’s Race

Schedule:

7:30 am (EST) – Board staging and Registration (if limit not met) opens at Booker T. Washington State Park
9:00 am (or when full) – Registration closes; Packet Pickup Closes
9:45 am – Mandatory Racer Meeting (all short and long course racers)
10:00 am – National Anthem and Long Course start
10:10 am – Short Course start
11:45 am – Kid’s Race Meeting followed by Race Start
12:30 pm – Lunch Opens
1-1:30 pm – Awards

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Jordyn's  Kickin' Kawasaki Disease 5K
Apr
11
9:00 AM09:00
Run

Jordyn's Kickin' Kawasaki Disease 5K

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The Kickin’ Kawasaki 5K is a family friendly, kid-oriented race/walk dedicated to growing awareness and raising money to KICK Kawasaki Disease.

THEME – CRAZY SOCK RACE

You wear socks to run, right? So why not have fun with it? Sport crazy or fun or super cool socks and you might just win a prize – the crazier the better.

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