Pesky Piranha Youth Triathlon 2026

We are excited to announce a brand-new Epic Race coming to Huntsville, Alabama!

This is an official race supported by the City of Huntsville — with roads closed for runners and walkers, so you can focus on the challenge and the views!

One of Huntsville’s most breathtaking sights awaits at the top of Cecil Ashburn Drive. This race will push athletes to their limits with Alabama’s toughest 10K, featuring stunning city views and an unforgettable sunrise finish experience.

🏔 Epic 10K

This certified 10K course packs nearly 1,000 feet of elevation gain and descent into 6.2 demanding miles. With roads closed to through traffic, runners can take on the climb, conquer the descent, and soak in the epic scenery along the way.

🌄 4 Mile Race to the Top

We’re also offering a 4-mile race to the top of Cecil!

If you’re worried about making the 2-hour cutoff, this is a great option for you.

This is a race for those who love hills, grit, and unforgettable views.

⏱ There will be a 2-hour cutoff for both races.

The race is limited to 500 people so register early!

All participants will recieve a BROOKS techical shirt and a finisher medal.

We promise to have the best post race party ever!

Please join us for a 5K/1 Mile Fun Run in support of the Huntsville Pregnancy Resource Center! We are so excited to have our sixth annual 5K! This is a family friendly event, and we would love for your children to come as well!

Our 5K route is certified, and will be timed! Our certification number is AL21015JE. We are also very thankful Fleet Feet is sponsoring this run! If you would rather walk or go for a shorter run, we will also have the Gateway Greenway available, with fun children's activities!

The 5K will be held Saturday, April 18, 2026, at 8:00am. We will have our run go through the Historical Downtown area! We hope you can join us! Our 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk will be at 9:10am! This will be on Gateway Greenway at the start of our race, and we will do the marked loop on the sidewalk 3 times!

Early Bird Registration for the 5K is $35, and will increase to $40 on Monday, March 23rd! Shirts are guaranteed if you register before March 23!

The 5K will be held at 8:00AM, and the 1 mile Fun Run will start at 9:10AM after the award ceremony! Awards will be announced at 8:55, and you must be present to receive your award. We are excited to see you there!

*PACKET PICKUP: FRIDAY, APRIL 17th, 12-6PM AT FLEET FEET OFF OF CARL T JONES DR.

Capstone Cares 5K is a certified, easy-to-navigate race through beautiful Cummings Research Park. The course begins and ends at Capstone Research Corporation's headquarters, creating a fun and welcoming hub for participants and spectators alike. After crossing the finish line, stick around to enjoy food trucks, activities, and fun.

All proceeds from the race benefit WarriorWOD, a national nonprofit dedicated to healing the physical and invisible wounds of war for Veterans through a research-backed, results-driven recovery program focused on exercise, nutrition, and mentorship.

Additionally, we will have photos of Veteran Heroes lost to suicide from 22 Too Many that runners can wear in their honor.

Join us for a great run, a great cause, and a great day of giving back.

Capstone Research Corporation is a nationwide small business defense contractor providing research and development to the U.S. Department of War, Coalition Partners, and Industry.