We've compiled everything you need to know to have a fantastic time at the race, so be sure to read through and come fully prepared for an exciting day!

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Friday night has been revamped for an earlier start for the Horton Trail Race

Friday 9/29: The Horton 2K/5K Trail Race – Community/Open Entry Event

  • 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. – Packet Pickup
  • 6:30 p.m. – 2K/5K Race Start (open to all ages)

Friday 9/29: Frank Horton Classic – Elementary/Middle School Teams 2K

  • 4:30-7:45 p.m. – Packet Pickup/Fee Payment
  • 7:20 p.m. – ES Girls 2K
  • 7:35 p.m. – ES Boys 2K
  • 7:55 p.m. – ES Awards
  • 8:05 p.m. – MS Girls 2K
  • 8:20 p.m. – MS Boys 2K
  • 8:40 p.m. – MS Awards

Saturday 9/30: Frank Horton Classic – High School Teams 5K

  • 5:30-6:30 p.m. – Packet Pickup/Fee Payment
  • 7:00 p.m. – HS Girls JV 5K (unlimited)
  • 7:30 p.m. – HS Boys JV 5K (unlimited)
  • 8:00 p.m. – HS Girls Varsity 5K (up to 10)
  • 8:30 p.m. – HS Boys Varsity 5K (up to 10)
  • 9:00 p.m. – JV and Varsity Awards

$30/person/night

Located at the finish line, VIP Tent access will include food and beverage provided by our Food Trucks.

!!Online Sales Only!!

VIP Tent Tickets

$5/car/night

ONLINE SALES ONLY!  Tickets will not be sold at the park!

  • Purchase Parking Ticket
  • You must have your QR code prior to arrival at the gate
  • Early arrival is highly recommended
  • Free passes will be provided for coaches and volunteers – check-in by name
  • Team buses park for free and do not need a pass
  • Handicap vehicles will be directed to special parking
  • Parking services are managed by Southern Valet and  Blues City Runners

Main Parking

Overflow Parking

Shelby Farms Park

Click HERE to purchase tickets before arrival.  Online sales only!  Tickets will not be sold at the park.Click HERE to purchase tickets before arrival.  Online sales only!  Tickets will not be sold at the park.

Packet Pickup will be at the Solutions Tent

Custom t-shirts and hoodies will be available for purchase on the online Fine Designs store or on-site.  Some volunteer positions will receive a free staff shirt similar to the event shirt.

Enjoy delicious food and drinks from our lineup of local food trucks!

Frank Horton Classic Only (School Divisions)

Click HERE for information on fees

Free Parking and All Access Wristbands

Please click on the link below to submit your information. All submissions will be reviewed and validated.

Submit Coaches’ Info

SportsYou App

This will be used for any urgent messages during the event.

Download the app and use the code TQUBJ875

SportsYou for Android

SportsYou for iOS

Event Information for Coaches

All pertinent information can be found on this website.

Additionally:

  • Logistics – All information can be found under Events Info
  • Loading Zone – There is a designated loading zone for dropping off team gear next to the entrance to the Athlete Village.
  • Coaches Hospitality – Your wristband (not your lanyard) will allow you access to our VIP tent with food and beverages as well as private porta pots
  • Finish Area – You must have your wristband on to enter.
  • Team Buses – No parking fees will be charged. Please do not purchase parking tickets
  • Health & Safety – We will have EMTs on site.
  • Trash – Bags will be provided at packet pickup. Please clean-up your area and place all trash in the dumpster provided.
  • Spectators/Parents/Fans:
    • Team Staging, Starting Line and Finish Areas are off-limits
    • Parking must be pre-purchased prior to reaching the attendants – please let parents know so that we can efficiently get people into the park
    • Share this site. The kids are here to race, but we have lots of great stuff for your spectators as well (food trucks, yard games, VIP tent, t-shirts, etc.)

Hampton Inn & Suites Germantown – available until 9/13/23

The Athlete Village is located inside the first fenced area as you enter from parking.