Kiwanis Run for the Kids 5K and 1 mile Fun Run

Cookie Fix Cookie Crusher VH5K/10K– A Sweet Race for a Magical Cause!

The Cookie Fix Cookie Crusher VH5K/10K is the first race of the year with the Alabama Race Series, brought to you by the team behind BHM26.2! Presented by Cookie Fix, this deliciously fun race takes place at Heights Village in Vestavia Hills on Saturday, April 11th!

This event isn’t just about crushing miles—it’s about making life sweeter for children in Alabama. ALL proceeds benefit Magic Moments, the only wish-granting organization dedicated exclusively to children in Alabama facing chronic life-threatening or acute life-altering conditions.

This extra sweet event has something for everyone with three exciting race options: a fun and challenging 5K, our brand-new 10K for those ready to go the extra miles, and the exciting Kid’s 200-Yard Dash for our youngest runners.

The 5K is perfect for runners and walkers alike, while the new 10K offers a longer challenge for seasoned racers looking to test their endurance. Little athletes won’t want to miss the Kid’s 200-Yard Dash, a short, high-energy sprint that lets kids of all ages experience the thrill of race day.

Registration is required for all events, including the Kid’s Dash, so sign up today and don’t miss out on this deliciously fun race experience!

Following the race, participants and their families can enjoy a city-sponsored After-Party in Heights Village, open to the public. More details coming soon!

What’s in store for all runners?

🍪 A post-race treat from Cookie Fix- Because every finisher deserves a sweet reward!

🍪 Exclusive race swag- Look forward to a one-of-a-kind finisher’s medal and a race T-shirt

🍪 Supporting a magical mission- Every step you take helps grant life-changing Magic Moments for Alabama children.

Time of Events:

7:45 AM – Cookie Crusher 10K Start

8:00 AM - Cookie Crusher 5K Start

9:00 AM – Kids 200-Yd Dash Start

Packet Pick Up: (Cookie Fix Cahaba Heights)

Friday, April 10th: 4PM - 6PM

Saturday, April 11th (Race Day): 6AM - 7:30AM

For most up to date information check our instagram @alabamaraceseries or website www.alabamaraceseries.com!

Race packets can be picked up on Friday, April 10th at the Family LIfe Center from 3pm-7pm or on race day from 7am-8am. The Family Life Center is located at 2820 Rockland Drive, Hoover.

The longest-running road race in Bluff Park returns on April 11, 2026. This challenging 5K is hosted by Shades Crest Baptist Church and features a medal ceremony with a free Pancake Breakfast immediately afterward. Race specifics: t-shirt, chip timing, corral start based on estimated finish time, police escort, mile markers, water at the midpoint, and enthusiastic supporters along the route. Our “Elementary School Challenge” participants will run the same course with a delayed start. Whether you are running this event for the first time or have completed all 22 previous races, please join us for a great day of fun and fellowship! NOTE: Due to a large number of registrants, those registering after March 31, may receive their t-shirts within two weeks after the race date.

$25 Early-Bird Registration 11/1/25-1/31/26

$30 Registration 2/1/26-2/28/26

$35 Registration 3/1/26-4/10/26

$40 on Race Day 4/11/25

$10 Student Rate (K - 5th grade) 11/1/25-4/10/25

Pelham Strong Walk AND 5K

• Take advantage of the early registration to receive $5 off your race(s) through March 31st. *

Title Sponsor: Gameday Men's Health Pelham

Join us for an exciting event that combines fitness, faith, and fun! Lace up your sneakers and get ready to run or walk for a good cause. The Pelham Strong Walk & 5K will take place at Pelham City Park located at 2020 Ball Park Road, Pelham, AL, USA. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just enjoy a leisurely stroll, this event is open to people of all ages and fitness levels. This race is organized by Pelham Strong.

1 Corinthians 9:24 Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one receives the prize? So run that you may obtain it.

8:00 AM - 5K

8:45 AM - 5K awards/recognition

10:00 AM - Opening Ceremonies

10:15 AM - Baseball/Softball Competitions

Midnight - Paul Revere 1M Midnight Run

5K ONLY - 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place medals will be awarded to the fastest times of both male and female participants in the following age categories:

19 and under

20-29

30-39

40-49

50-59

60+

Paul Revere 1M Midnight Run -- 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place medals will be awarded to the fastest times of both male and female participants (there are no age categories for these events).

What is included in your race packets for all races:

• Finisher Medal

• Individually Numbered Bib

• Chip Timed

• Race t-shirt (optional) -- note the midnight run/walk comes with a special America 250th commemorative T-shirt

• Admission to the Home Run Derby

Pre-Race Registration and Packet Pick-up:

Pelham Public Library

2000 Pelham Park Blvd, Pelham, AL 35124

Makerspace on the 1st Floor

Friday April 17th from 1PM until 4PM

If you plan to register on-site: Registration will be Cashless (Credit Card Only), please plan to register prior to arriving to speed up the packet pick-up process.

Race Day Registration & Packet Pick-up: For those who are not able to attend pre-race registration and packet pick-up, this will begin promptly at 7:00 AM on Saturday April 18, 2026 near the start/finish line at the Pelham City Park.

Water Stations: Located at the Start/Finish line and throughout the course.

Sponsorship opportunities: If you are interested in sponsorship opportunities please contact Pelham Strong at PelhamStrong35124@gmail.com.

Homerun Derby order of events:

10:00 AM beginning with the Pelham Police Department vs Pelham Fire Department

Followed by Pelham Rec Baseball 6U, 8U, 10U, and 12U

Ending with 18+

Pelham Rec Coaches and former players (limited to 20 spots): 2:00 PM approximately - 18+ OVER THE FENCE (200 feet) distance (wooden bats only)

PLEASE NOTE -- the hitting competitions are hidden, please contact pelhamstrong35124@gmail.com for additional information. Pelham Park & Rec will be emailing all coaches after the spring teams are set, and there will be a unique URL to register players.

Participating hitters will need to provide their own helmets, helmets are mandatory. ALL bats will be inspected to make sure they meet typical league regulation standards (18+ = ONLY WOODEN BATS). Each participant will receive 1 minute to hit as many home runs as possible, and each participant will be able to take one 30 second break at any point during their 1 minute. Your age will be based on the age as of the day of the event April 18, 2026. All rounds will take place on Field 4 at the Pelham City Park.

Cancellation Statement:

Your entry fee is non-refundable. This event will occur rain or shine, warm or cold. We reserve the right to cancel in extreme circumstances. In that event, there will be no refunds, rather, your entry fee will be used as a donation to the Pelham Park & Rec Foundation.

All proceeds from this event will go to the Pelham Park & Rec Foundation and used to provide assistance to families for rec sports registration costs and/or equipment for players.

Lace up your shoes and join us for an exciting day of fitness and community spirit at the 2026 UAB Alumni Scholarship Run Presented by VIVA Health on Saturday, April 18! This event offers something for everyone, whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to support a great cause. We're returning to Crestline Village again this year for a beautiful and FLAT route, and the race will be chipped and timed. The 10k race is two loops on the 5k route.

Can’t make it in-person or can’t run? Join our virtual run while supporting student scholarships by signing up to participate in spirit.

Our Scholarship Run helps further the mission of the NAS and allows us to raise money to support current and future students at UAB. Your support will allow us to continue to provide services that currently exist and to provide even more opportunities for students, faculty, staff, and alumni.

All participants (5K, 10K, Fun Run, virtual) will receive a packet with a t-shirt and finisher medal. Winner medals will be awarded to the 1st place finishers overall (5k and 10k races only) and in each age and gender group. If registering after Friday, April 10, desired run t-shirt size not guaranteed. Online registration for the 5K, 10K, and Fun Runs will close at 11:59:59 pm on Friday, April 17. If registering for an in-person event on Saturday, April 18, all registrations will take place onsite.

Strollers at the Race: If you are participating with a stroller and/or children, we ask that you keep your children with you at all times, and that you start from the back of the run group. This will allow your family members, and our other participants, a safer race experience.

Pets at the Race: Only certified support animals will be allowed to participate and must remain on leash at all times.

CANCELLATION STATEMENT: This event will occur rain or shine. The UAB Alumni Scholarship Run Presented by Viva Health reserves the right to cancel in extreme circumstances. In the event of cancellation, there will be no refunds.

About the Scholarship Run

Each spring, the UAB National Alumni Society hosts its annual Scholarship Run. Started in 2007, the Scholarship Run has allowed the NAS to raise more than $1 million to help support student scholarships. The Scholarship Run has established itself as an exceptional annual run for alumni and friends.

The NAS is a 501(c)(3) committed to serving UAB alumni and students through engaging events and resources. We are humbled to be able to provide student scholarships each year through our fundraising events. This much needed assistance is awarded to a wide range of students including first year, first-gen, legacy, and graduate students. Increasing the amount of scholarship dollars provided to students is an instrumental goal of the NAS.