Horton Trail Race
About this 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.
Ready to test your limits? The Horton Trail Race brings a highly anticipated 2K, 5K to Memphis on October 3, 2025. Expect a fantastic route right in the heart of Tennessee.
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Trail running
Horton 2K Fun Run PLUS VIP Tent, T-Shirt and Parking
This is a bundle deal that is only available until midnight on 9/27. Get access to our VIP tent with free food and beverages, a free t-shirt and free parking. That's a $80 value for only $45. MRTC Members will save an additional $10 at checkout. The Fun Run does not include awards for finishers.
Horton 5K Trail Race PLUS VIP Tent, T-Shirt and Parking
This is a bundle deal that is only available until midnight 9/27. Get access to our VIP tent with free food and beverages, a free t-shirt and free parking. That's an $85 value for only $50. MRTC Members will save an additional $10 at checkout.
Horton 2K Fun Run - Just the Race and No Frills
If you prefer to just hit the trail, snag your trophy and head straight out, this is the option for you. Parking, T-Shirts and VIP Tent access are NOT included, but can be purchased separately at any time. The Fun Run does not include awards for finishers.
Horton 5K Trail Race - Just the Race and No Frills
If you prefer to just hit the trail, snag your trophy and head straight out, this is the option for you. Parking, T-Shirts and VIP Tent access are NOT included, but can be purchased separately at any time.
Weather Overview
These values reflect historical conditions on the race dates in Memphis in 2025, from Open-Meteo archive data.
About Memphis
Horton Trail Race takes place in Memphis, Tennessee, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.
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