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RUN CHA 5K

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5K

May 30, 2026 · Chattanooga, Tennessee, US

Listed Mar 15, 2017

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This year's run will be held at Shelter #4 at the Hubert Fry Center.  4301 Amnicola Hwy.  35.096789, -85.252634  We will still be using the same flat and fast course and starting in our original location. 

Race Route

We will start at Shelter # 4 and run toward the Dam and the back down the riverwalk to the and  back, for a flat and fast 5K.   

RACE MAP - https://www.strava.com/routes/3366178067446642520

 

Aid Stations

We will have a water station approximately half way into the race.

DESCRIPTION
Global Running Day is our holiday; a celebration of the activity we love and the sport that brings our community together. We’re inviting all runners and walkers to join us on Saturday, May 30th to mark the occasion, set a goal and cross the finish line.

Once again this year we are partnering with RUN RHINO for our timing and race management.

If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out steve@fleetfeetchattanooga.com

Packet Pick-up will be at Fleet Feet on Friday, May 29th from 3-7pm.

RUNNING CHANGES EVERYTHING

We will be giving overall and age group awards this year.  TBD
We know some people. And some pretty cool brands, Let's just say, we're planning some fun raffle giveaways and category prizes.
The RUN CHA 5K coincides with Global Running Day (WEEK) and is open to runners of all levels and abilities 

Registration Dates

Online race registration will close Friday, May 29th at 11:59pm.

Race Fees 

5K -   $30 early entry (Price increases will follow, TBD)

Race Shirts (unisex, high tech tri-blend) - Registration Facts

Online race registration will close May 29th at 11:59pm or once the maximum field is reached, regardless of the date.
If the race isn’t full, race day registration is available.
Registration over the phone or fax or email will NOT be accepted.
We do not offer refunds or transfers.

Race Schedule

Fri, May 29th

3pm -  7pm  Packet Pick up at Fleet Feet (307 Manufacturers Rd).

Saturday, May 30th

6:45am - 7:45am - Packet Pick Up at Start/Finish

8:00am - Start.  Race will start promptly at 8am.

Packet Pick-up will close promptly at 7:45 AM. We WILL NOT delay the start of the race if you haven’t picked up your packet yet! If you’re in town, please make every effort to visit Packet Pick-up on Friday.

Runner Premiums

Post-race food and beverages

Sponsor goodies

An amazing race experience


Award Categories

1st - 3rd Male & Female Overall

1st - 3rd  in every 5 year age group, 0-14,15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-65, 65-69, 70 & over. 

 

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