Horton Trail Race

OCT
2
2026
Experience a nighttime trail run at the Shelby Farms Cross Country Course with options for a 5K race or 2K fun run. This family friendly event supports youth athletics programs in Memphis.
Fri 2 Oct 2026
5 kilometers

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Horton Trail Race

The Horton Trail Race is a trail running event held at the Shelby Farms Cross Country Course in Memphis, Tennessee. This nighttime event supports Memphis Youth Athletics, a non-profit organization dedicated to healthy lifestyle habits through sports. Participants can choose between two main distances:

  • 2K Fun Run
  • 5K Trail Race

The event offers different registration tiers. Participants can select a basic entry or a bundle that includes access to a VIP tent with food and beverages, a t-shirt, and parking. Members of the Memphis Runners Track Club (MRTC) are eligible for a registration discount.

The 5K Trail Race includes formal awards for top finishers. Recognition is given to the top three overall finishers, as well as the top three in the Masters category. Additional awards are provided for the top finishers in the Grand Masters and Senior Master divisions, alongside performance recognition across three positions in various age groups. The 2K Fun Run is a non-competitive option and do not include awards for finishers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
Horton 5k Trail Race
Horton 2k Fun Run