Holiday Hustle - Chattanooga

Chattanooga, United States • 13 Dec 2026

Holiday Hustle 5K'ish and 10K'ish

Evergreen Property Group and Bad Beard Events organize the Holiday Hustle Trail Race on December 13, 2026, in the Black Creek subdivision at Mt. Aetna near Chattanooga, TN. The event supports the Tennessee River Gorge Trust and uses newly built trails on Aetna Mountain. The start/finish is at 400 Alpine Way; coordinates for the start/finish are 35.0181740,-85.4061561.

The course uses marked single-loop trails. There are two race options and each loop has about 600 feet of climbing. One full aid station with water will be available, and snacks will be provided at the main Aeta Trailhead. All participants receive holiday-themed swag and pancakes after the race. Dogs are allowed at the site but are not permitted to run the course.

The start/finish area includes a large open field, covered pavilions with picnic tables and grills, a playground, a dog park, and a basketball court. Packet pickup is scheduled from 7:30 to 8:45 am. Registration closes on December 12 at 11:59 pm ET.

Distances Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

  • 5K-ish single blue/green loop, about 3.7 miles, 600 ft gain per loop
  • 10K-ish two same-direction loops, about 7.2 miles, 600 ft gain per loop

Race information

10 km
10kish
5 km
5kish
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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