Prepare for a ghoulishly good time at the Nightmare on Nashville Street 5K, taking place on October 24, 2026, in the charming downtown of Ringgold, GA. This popular Halloween-themed run invites participants to embrace the spooky spirit, with costumes highly encouraged as you navigate the festive streets. Starting and finishing at the bustling Ringgold Market Pavilion (also known as Rabbit Valley Farmers Market) at 96 Depot Street, the course promises an engaging journey through downtown Ringgold, complete with "spooky characters along the course" to add a thrilling incentive to pick up your pace.

More than just a race, the Nightmare on Nashville Street 5K is a vibrant community fundraiser that has quickly become a beloved fall tradition. It proudly supports the Evitt Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to promoting child welfare and combating hunger in the North Georgia area, with 100% of the net proceeds benefiting their crucial work. Runners can anticipate a professionally timed 5K experience and the first 250 finishers will receive commemorative medals. All participants will also receive a commemorative race sweatshirt to mark their achievement.

Race day conditions typically offer ideal running weather, with highs around 71°F and lows around 48°F, and only a 13% chance of precipitation. The evening promises a lively atmosphere, extending beyond the finish line with post-race festivities including a bonfire, a Halloween movie, and tempting food trucks, creating a perfect family-friendly autumn evening in downtown Ringgold.