Turkey Trails - Chattanooga
Chattanooga's Turkey Trails offers a Thanksgiving-themed half marathon with festive swag and a family-friendly atmosphere.
Race Date
Nov 22, 2026
Location
Chattanooga, TN
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, November 22, 2026
- Location
- Chattanooga, Tennessee
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 1 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles, 50m, Virtual Race, Volunteer then Run
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Turkey Trails half marathon in Chattanooga is a Thanksgiving-themed event designed for runners of all levels. This race series, which includes 5k, 10k, and half marathon distances, promises a fun experience for the whole family.
Runners can expect a chip-timed race with live results and awards, along with free photos and delicious treats at the finish line. The half marathon participants receive a custom bib, a designer long-sleeve shirt, and a custom finisher medal. Younger runners in the 5k and 10k also get a custom bib, shirt, and medal, with special youth-based pricing available. A virtual race option allows participants to join the fun from anywhere.
While specific historical data like field size or repeat runner rates are not provided, the event is described as an annual tradition. The focus is on festive giveaways, including a designer shirt and a custom medal, making it a memorable way to celebrate the holiday season.
Race-provided description
Join us for the annual Turkey Trails 5k/10k/Half Marathon! A fun, Thanksgiving-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.
The fun includes -
Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal
Chip-timing with live results and awards
Free photos
Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line
Plenty of fun!
Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one! Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!
*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17!
Half Marathon registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
5k/10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!) *Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, November 22, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Giveaway
Long Sleeve Shirt
Start Location
Tennessee River Park Pavilion 2, Chattanooga, TN, 37406
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Urban
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
3 timing sources
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 60°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
42°
Afternoon (High)
60°
Ideal racing weather — cool and comfortable
0.2"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
73%
Humidity
Frequently asked
When is the Turkey Trails - Chattanooga?
The Turkey Trails - Chattanooga is held on Sunday, November 22, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Turkey Trails - Chattanooga take place?
It takes place in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
What distances does the Turkey Trails - Chattanooga offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 1 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles, 50m, Virtual Race, Volunteer then Run.
Is the Turkey Trails - Chattanooga course flat and good for a PR?
The Turkey Trails - Chattanooga is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
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