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Salute to Veterans 5K/10K/Half Marathon - Chattanooga

11/8/26, 1:30 PM

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Race Information

Join us on the Tennessee River Walk in Chattanooga, TN for the Salute to Veterans 5K/10K/Half Marathon, a meaningful race dedicated to honoring the brave men and women who have served our country. Whether you’re running in tribute, alongside a veteran, or as a veteran yourself, this event is a powerful way to show gratitude and community support.
As a token of appreciation, all Veterans race for FREE, and Active Duty military can participate for just $15. Family members and supporters are encouraged to join at the regular registration rate and be part of this special day of recognition and celebration. (ID Required - any form of government issued Military ID)
All participants will receive a fabulous race shirt and a custom finisher medal upon crossing the finish line—because every mile run in honor of our heroes deserves to be celebrated.
For those looking to compete, this race delivers. Awards will be presented to the Top Three Male and Female Overall finishers in each distance, as well as the Top Three Overall Masters, Grand Masters, and Senior Masters Male and Female finishers. In addition, the top three athletes in each of the traditional five-year age groups (starting at 10 & Under) will earn awards across all race distances.
Come run, walk, and stand in support—because honoring our veterans never goes out of stride.
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Event Schedule

Oct 29

  • Deadline for guaranteed shirt in your size

Nov. 8

  • 7:30 AM - Race Day Check in and Registration opens
    8:30 AM - Race Starts

Registration

Preview Registration: (ends 04/20):

-5K: $25
-10K: $30
-Half Marathon: $45
-Virtual Races: $30
-5K/10K/Half Marathon Active Duty: $15
-5K/10K/Half Marathon Veterans: FREE




Early Bird Registration: (ends 05/21):

-5K: $30
-10K: $35
-Half Marathon: $50
-Virtual Races: $35
-5K/10K/Half Marathon Active Duty: $15
-5K/10K/Half Marathon Veterans: FREE

Regular Registration: (ends 10/31):

-5K: $35
-10K: $40
-Half Marathon: $55
-Virtual Races: $40
-5K/10K/Half Marathon Active Duty: $15
-5K/10K/Half Marathon Veterans: FREE



Late Registration: (ends 11/07):

-5K: $37.5
-10K: $42.5
-Half Marathon: $57.5
-5K/10K/Half Marathon Active Duty: $15
-5K/10K/Half Marathon Veterans: FREE


Race Day Registration:

-5K: $40
-10K: $45
-Half Marathon: $60
-5K/10K/Half Marathon Active Duty: $15
-5K/10K/Half Marathon Veterans: FREE


*All participants registered by 10/29 are guaranteed race swag in your size. Afterwards it's while supplies last.

Save money and race with friends! Take a look at our Teams and Fundraising info.

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Course Information

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It's not completely flat, but it's no where near hilly so it safe to say FLAT & FAST!!!  Besides that, you'll be so busy having fun, that you won't even notice.

All Courses are out & backs!

5K Course

10K Course

Half Marathon


Water Stations

We will have water stations approximately every 1.5 miles


Pacing

Participants will need to finish with at least a 16 min/mile pace.

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Virtual Race

Can't make it out to the event site on race day?

Still want to participate or support the cause and have a shot at an award? or maybe you saw the shirt and said:  "Sweet...I want one!"

 

Then the virtual race is for you.

 

New to Virtual Running?  Here's how it works:

 

Step 1

  • Get excited, grab some friends and buddies to join you!  Sign up and register for the Virtual Event!

 

Step 2

  • Hydrate, grab your buddy (or not) and get ready to get moving!

 

Step 3

  • Get out there and run or walk! You can run at the park, your favorite route in your neighborhood; anywhere you want.   Please remember to social distance & be safe!

 

Step 4

  • HAVE FUN!~

  • Share your distance, a selfie, or a picture along your race route and use the race hashtag:-)

 

Step 5

  • Submit your results online

 

Step 6

  • View your Results Monday after the Event Date.

Event Courtesy and Weather Policy

Our events are designed to be fun for the entire family. With that in mind; any
competitor, spectator, parent, volunteer, or sponsor, exhibiting unsportsmanlike conduct or interfering with the positive, competitive atmosphere of the event will be asked to leave the venue and course immediately with no refunds and be disqualified.

All registrations are final. There are no refunds, deferments, or transfers.

 

Event will take place rain or shine. In the event of extreme weather, we will cancel for the safety of the participants...there are no refunds in this case.

 

Participants that do not show up to race/event forfeit their right to any swag.

 

No COVID-19 Refunds.  If unforeseen circumstances arise due to COVID-19, including any Federal or State Health Emergency, refunds will not be provided. The event will go 100% Virtual & shirts will be shipped to participants.

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