Horton Trail Race
- Date
- October 2, 2026
- Distance
- Horton 2K Fun Run PLUS VIP Tent, T-Shirt and Parking · Horton 5K Trail Race PLUS VIP Tent, T-Shirt and Parking · Horton 2K Fun Run - Just the Race and No Frills & more
From the Organizer
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.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
81°
Typical Low
60°
Chance of Rain
23%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Memphis Intl Ap, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Memphis, TN
Population
629,063
as of 2023
Elevation
248 ft
Nearest Airport
MEM
Memphis International Airport · 8 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Horton Trail Race, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
116
Days to train
- Race
- Horton Trail Race
- Date
- October 2, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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Running
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Horton Trail Race?
- Horton Trail Race is a running race held in Memphis, Tennessee on October 2, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Horton Trail Race?
- Friday, October 2, 2026 in Memphis, Tennessee at Shelby Farms Cross Country Course, Memphis, TN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Horton Trail Race?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Horton Trail Race
Oct 2, 2026