Ruffner Mountain Fall Classic

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. This year's race begins at the DOGWOOD Pavilion. You will enter the FRONT gate of Oak Mountain State Park. Check-in starts at 7 a.m.

Early packet pick-up will be on Friday, September 19, from 3 to 7 p.m. at Full Moon BBQ in Pelham Address: 2252 Pelham Pkwy, Pelham, AL 35124

Proceeds from the race this year are dedicated to raising $250,000 to finalize the construction of our Restoration Home – a home needed to care for children rescued from human trafficking. To ensure ongoing operations in community training, development, and advocacy. To find out more about their mission, visit BlanketFortHope.org.

• Cash prizes for the top overall 10k Male & Female

• Cash prizes for the top overall 5K Male & Female

• Complimentary event t-shirt for first 200 people to sign up (sizes subject to availability)

• Road Run in beautiful Oak Mountain State Park: Park Admission is included with your registration this year! (Thanks Mills Pharmacy!)

• Awards for 14 categories

• Every runner and walker has a chance to win a fabulous prize!

Learn more about Oak Mountain State Park.

We are so grateful to Mills Pharmacy for sponsoring registrant entry into the race. If you bring a spectator, please be prepared to pay for their entry, according to Oak Mountain's website

10K Map:

https://www.strava.com/routes/3388272267858096642

5K Map:

https://www.strava.com/routes/3388271359372016196

If you are interested in sponsoring, please email [email protected].

the charming community of Homewood, starting and finishing on 29th Avenue South between 18th St. S. & 19th St. S. Race attendees will receive a high-quality race t-shirt & swag bag filled with goodies. After the race, we will provide post-race food items along with water and sports drink. We will be highlighting Homewood restaurant and business specials. You can stick around for Awards or we will mail your award to you after the event.

We have a 10K Option, which will be a double loop of the 5K. A pretty flat 5K/10 course. The 10K will start at 7:45 am CT and will be a RUN-only option. There will be a time limit of 1 hour and 45 Minutes (a 17 Minutes/mile pace) to complete the 10K. We need to open the streets of Homewood back up for traffic.

Course Maps:

10K Maps: [Online Map] [RaceJoy Map] [PDF Map] [USATF PDF Map] - AL21018JE USATF Certified

5K Maps: [Online Map] [RaceJoy Map] [PDF Map] [USATF PDF Map] - AL20019JE USATF Certified

1 Mile Maps: [Online Map] [PDF Map]

Pre-Race Day Packet Pick-Up and Registration:

Wednesday, September 30th from 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Friday, October 2nd from 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Trak Shak

2839 18th South

Birmingham, AL 35209

[Directions | Map]

Start/Finish Line in front of CAVA on 29th Ave. S. between 18th St. S. & 19th St. S.

Race Day Packet Pickup:

Saturday, October 3, 2026

Old Homewood Police Station Parking lot

1833 29th Ave. South

Homewood, AL 35209

[Directions | Map]

Race Day Agenda:

Saturday, October 3rd, 2026

6:30am - Registration & Packet Pickup Opens

7:30am - 10K & 5K Registration Closes

7:45am - 10K Starts

8:00am - 5K Starts

8:45am - Fun Run Registration Closes

9:00am - 1 Mile Fun Run Starts

9:30am - 5K Award Presentation

9:45am - 10K Award Presentation

5K & 10K Awards:

5K & 10K Male and Female Awards:

5K Male and Female Awards – Overall and Age Group Awards will not be duplicated

• Top Overall Male/Female

• Top three Male/Female (10 Year Age Groups)

o 14 and Under

o 15 – 19

o 20 – 29

o 30 – 39

o 40 – 49

o 50 – 59

o 60 – 69

o 70+

Entry Fees Include:

Each registered participant will receive a high-quality race T-shirt:

Youth Sizes: Youth-Small, Youth-Medium, Youth-Large

Adult Sizes: S, M, L, XL, XXL

Swag Bags to the first 400 registered participants.

T-shirts to the first 400 registered participants (sizes could be limited)

10K and 5K is Chip Timed

Parking and Road Closures:

Parking is available in Soho Parking lot and street parking.

Street Closure: 29th Ave. S. between 18th St. S. & 19th St. S. (this is the start/finish area)

Race Day Road Closures [Click Here]

How to register for the Jimmie Hale Mission Rescue Run:

How to register or change your registration information [Click Here]

How to Create a Team [Click Here]

How to Join a Team [Click Here]

List of Teams and Team Members [Click Here]

How to Manage your Fundraising Team [Click Here]

Fundraise $250 and receive up to $25 of your entry fee back. Must register for the race and sign up as an individual fundraiser. Register your Team as a fundraiser as well and win Top Fundraising Team! [Click Here to Start]

RunSignup Help [Click Here]

Cancellation Statement:

There are NO refunds of registration fees. Bib number transfers of registration must be completed by October 1st. **If you need to make changes to your registration or transfer to another participant [Click Here] for instructions on how to change your registration. 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 Jimmie Hale Mission.

Pets at the Race:

Pets are welcome to participate. All pets must be on a leash. Please clean up after your pet. The actions of the pet are the responsibility of the pet owner/caretaker.

Strollers at the Race:

We allow strollers at the event. If you are participating with a stroller and/or children, we ask that you keep your children with you at all times. For the child's safety, we ask that during the 10K / 5K or Fun Run, the child stays in the stroller until crossing the finish line.

Bandit Policy:

Bandits are unregistered runners or walkers attempting to participate in the run or walk events. Running with No registration is not permitted in the 10K, 5K, or 1 Mile Fun Run. Please be sure to register for the Jimmie Hale Mission 10K, 5K, or 1 Mile Fun Run so that you can enjoy all that the race has to offer. Everyone in the 10K, 5K, 1 Mile Fun Run will need to wear their Bib Number that shows you are a registered participant. All proceeds of the event go to The Jimmie Hale Mission.

Pickup begins at 7 am

• All races will be on a ROAD COURSE.

You can qualify for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race!

We are proud to be a USATF-certified event. USATF Certification Numbers: 5K - AL25028JE 10K - AL25027JE

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Important note: The races are run on open roads. Please be aware of your surroundings and do not block vehicle traffic.

The Impact Road Race helps raise funds for Seeds of Impact, whose mission is to equip moms in recovery to break generational cycles and foster healthy family relationships through transformative and FREE parenting education and unwavering support. To learn more about our mission, visit www.seedsofimpact.org.

• Gift card prizes for the top overall 10K & 5K Male & Female

• Race event t-shirt & swag bag for first 125 people to check in (sizes subject to availability)

• Awards for 14 categories plus finisher medals

• Every runner and walker has a chance to win a wonderful prize from one of our awesome sponsors!

If you have any questions, please email [email protected].

fun run, BHM26.2's Race Series brings exciting courses to the Birmingham Metro area! With over 2,000 runners, this event is one of Alabama's most highly attended races with a family-friendly After Party for participants and anyone supporting the cause!

Our specialized Marathon course is a beautiful but challenging 13.1 looped run through the city and neighborhoods of Hoover with a mix of rolling hills, flat terrain, and a beautiful waterfront. This course will have frequent water stations, cheer stations, and medical stations to ensure you are safe and have an incredible race day experience!

Our Marathon Relay is RETURNING for the 2026 race and is intended for a fun team building activity to tackle our marathon course with your team! The leg options are set to be 5 miles, 5 miles, 3.1 miles, 6.2 miles, and 6.9 miles. Teams may opt for less than 5 runners if the team member chooses to run consecutive legs. All members of the relay team will receive their medals together as their team crosses the official BHM26.2 finish line! Registration for this event will open February 1st.

Our popular Half Marathon, which sold out last year, is back and better than ever. This year’s course takes you through scenic views, winding through the city and neighborhood streets and along a beautiful waterfront. With improved logistics, enhanced support, and a festive race-day atmosphere, we’re making sure your experience is unforgettable. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-timer, this is a race you won’t want to miss.

The 10K and 5K races are perfect for runners of all levels looking for a challenge or a fun fitness goal. Both courses offer a great mix of flat stretches, rolling hills, and scenic views, ideal for those looking for a good challenge and fun race environment. These will have a vibrant crowd support, water stations, a medical station, and a finish line celebration you won't forget. Whether you’re racing for time or just for fun, these events are designed to inspire you every step of the way!

The Kid’s Fun Run is geared towards children and patients who wish to be a part of our race weekend. Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. This event is a stroller friendly event and is around ¼ mile!

We are bringing back our EXPO on Saturday, October 3rd at the Finley Center from 10am - 4pm! All Packet Pickups will take place at the Expo, where you'll also have the chance to walk through a great lineup of local vendors, businesses, and race sponsors. Come out, grab your race gear, and enjoy the energy of our amazing community!

Don't forget our After Party for everyone to enjoy right after you cross the Finish Line on Sunday! Join us at The Finley Center, right inside by the Finish Line, for a post race meal, live music, drinks, a kids zone, and more happening from 7:30 am to 2 pm!

The best part? ALL proceeds benefit Magic Moments, the only wish-granting organization devoted exclusively to children in Alabama with chronic life-threatening or acute life-altering conditions. Lace up your shoes and join us October 4th as we run for the children who are chasing a cure.

#RunForTheKids