Huntsville, Alabama · Saturday, January 2, 2027
The Frozen Trash Panda is a 10k and half marathon event held on Saturday, January 2, 2027. It is located at 5105 Nolen Ave SE in Huntsville, Alabama.
NEW!
Hot Summer Nights 5K
This will be run the night before our Annual Run Dirty Event
Proceeds from the race support North Alabama Cross Country.
Every year Fleet Feet Huntsville/Madison donates approximately $30,000 to local cross-country events and high school programs.
Help us make the 2026 Cross Country year the best yet!
We encourage the entire family to participate this year.
Packet Pick-up will be at Fleet Feet Huntsville on Friday from 10-3
Race start time is 6:00 p.m.
Early Registration Fee:
Individual $25
Questions? Please [email protected]
ABOUT THE EVENT
Pulse Walk: Penny Per Step Challenge is a community 5K you can complete in person in Huntsville, Alabama, or virtually from anywhere around the world. Presented by the Griffin Leukemia Foundation, Inc., this event raises awareness for leukemia and other cancers while supporting programs that help cancer survivors rebuild strength, confidence, and purpose after treatment.
Pulse Walk is a different kind of competition. It includes a non-competitive, inclusive walk designed for all ages and abilities.
This is not a timed race. Participants are encouraged to walk at their own pace and take part in whatever way is meaningful to them.
IN-PERSON AND VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION
IN-PERSON 5K
Early Registration = $20
Open through August 15, 2026
Registration = $25
August 15 through September 24, 2026
In-person registration includes:
• Official Pulse Walk T-shirt (guaranteed only if registered by September 4, 2026)
• Eligibility to compete for the Top Fundraiser Super Car Ride Experience
• Access to fundraising platform 99Pledges
Participants who register after September 4, 2026 are not guaranteed a t-shirt due to production deadlines.
T-shirt sizes available: Small through XXXL. Shirts will be distributed at packet pickup or the day of the event at check-in.
Processing fees charged by RunSignUp are the responsibility of the registrant.
VIRTUAL 5K
Registration is free.
Virtual participants:
• Complete their 5K anytime between September 20 and September 26
• Create and share a fundraising page
• Are eligible to compete for the Top Fundraiser Super Car Ride Experience
Virtual participants are not eligible to receive an event T-shirt due to shipping and logistical limitations at this time.
If a virtual participant wins a Super Car Ride Experience, the ride must be redeemed in Huntsville, Alabama. Travel and lodging are not included.
HOW FUNDRAISING WORKS (PENNY PER STEP)
AFTER registering here, every participant should create a personal fundraising page at our official fundraising platform:
👉 Click the link on your confirmation screen or check your confirmation email to create your fundraising page.
Once created:
Share your fundraising page with friends, family, and coworkers.
Sponsors pledge one penny per step or make a flat donation - all donations made from your page are tracked to you.
Walk your 5K and submit your final step count at the completion of your walk.
Pledges are then processed based on your step total.
Every step turns into real support for cancer survivors.
And don't forget to tell your story along the way! (Build your following)
You will receive reminders after registration to help with each of these steps.
WHERE THE FUNDS GO (2026 BENEFICIARY)
All funds raised during the 2026 Pulse Walk will support the Cancer Climber Association (see video on SPONSORS tab). Their mission helps cancer survivors rediscover confidence and purpose through transformational challenges, including survivor-led climbs of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s tallest mountain.
EVENT INCENTIVES AND SWEEPSTAKES
Participant Super Car Ride Experience
Super Car Ride Experience will be awarded to a Pulse Walk participant who completes the event requirements. This experience is designed to reward participation, engagement, and commitment to the mission. Eligibility details are available on the Super Car Ride Experience page.
The Super Car Ride Experience must be redeemed in Huntsville, Alabama. Travel and lodging are not included.
Public Ultimate Super Car Ride Experience Sweepstakes
Public Super Car Ride Sweepstakes – open to the public through our official sweepstakes platform. (See Super Car Ride Experience page)
The Super Car Ride Experience must be redeemed in Huntsville, Alabama. Travel and lodging are not included.
Participant Perks
Top Fundraiser receives a Super Car Ride Experience from Smile AWhile Inc. Additional perks may be available as sponsors come on board.
NEXT STEPS AFTER REGISTRATION
After registering, check your confirmation screen and email for a link to create your personal fundraising page. Complete that step and begin sharing your story and fundraising link right away.
Every step keeps the pulse alive.
The Pulse Walk: Penny Per Step Challenge is a community 5K hosted by The Griffin Leukemia Foundation. This event raises awareness for leukemia and other cancers, honors survivors and families, and supports programs that help cancer survivors rebuild their strength and confidence.
Participation is free. Walkers are encouraged to create a fundraising page through 99Pledges and secure micro-pledges for each step taken during the 5K. All funds raised for the 2026 event will support the Cancer Climber Association and their efforts to help cancer survivors reach the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Every step keeps the pulse alive.
5K Course
HAPPY HALLOWEEN!
Here are a few race details.
PACKET PICK-UP
Packet Pick-up will be at Fleet Feet Huntsville Friday from 12-6. Please do your best to try to pick-up at Fleet Feet. Race morning packet pick-up will be available starting at 7:00 a.m.
Fleet Feet Huntsville
2722 Carl T. Jones Drive
Huntsville, AL 35802
PARKING
Parking Garage M will be open starting at 6:30 a.m.
Enter from Clinton and Church
TOILETS
There will be port o johns available next to the parking garage!
START TIMES
8:00 a.m. 5K Start (Church Street just North of the Museum of Art)
9:00 a.m. 1 Mile (Church Street) We will start as soon as all the 5K runners are finished.
9:30 a.m. Awards and Costume Contest Winners Announced. Please check in with the judges prior to 9:00 a.m.
We will run rain or shine!
SPONSORS
Mizuno
SWIFT RECOVERY
Return to Sport
Marcos Pizza
The Fresh Market
Please support our sponsors!
To view the 5K course please click here!
Fleet Feet Huntsville & Madison invites you to join runners, walkers, ghosts, and goblins of all ages at the Spooktacular 5K Run and Monster Mile on October 25, 2025 Get crafty and creative and participate in the costume contest or, better yet, compete in costume!
The 5K will begin promptly at 8am with the 1 mile at 9:00am. Awards, for both races and all costumes, will follow the 1 Mile (around 9:30am)
5K Registration Fee:
July 1st -July 31: $25
August 1st - September 31st $30
October 1st - October 24th $35
1 Mile Registration Fee:
thru September 31st: $25
October 1st - October 24th $30
Costume Contest Categories
Best animal costume
Best cartoon costume
Best celebrity costume
Best princess costume
Best rock star costume
Best sports costume
Best superhero costume
Best Group costume
Cutest costume
Funniest costume
Goriest costume
Most Halloweeny costume
Most original costume
Most politically correct
Most technologically advanced costume
Most traditional costume
Scariest costume
Ugliest costume
Top prize best of show
Questions? Please [email protected]