9/11 Heroes Run - Huntsville, Alabama

Registration opens March 1st

Running of the Bulls 2026

Proceeds from the race go to the Hampton Cove Middle School PTA.

We encourage the entire family to participate this year.

Packet Pick-up will be at Fleet Feet & Swift Recovery on Friday, from 12-6.

Race start time is 8:00 a.m.

The start is near Tortora's and the finish is on the school side of the bridge.

Click here to volunteer

Early Registration Fee:

Individual $25

2 Family Members $40

3-4 Family Members $65

5 Family Members $80

1 Mile Registration Fee:

Individual $15

2 Family Members $25

3 Family Members $35

Questions? Please [email protected]

Join us for the “Project Giveback 5K "ALOHA Run” Run, Walk or Roll and Warrior Kids SuperHeroes vs Villains event. It will be held in Huntsville, Alabama on Saturday, July 26th, 2025, and we are proud to announce that "REDSTONE GATEWAY is our "TITLE SPONSOR". If you are unable to join us in person but would still like to support the cause, please consider the VIRTUAL OPTION or a donation by using the DONATE tab at the top of the page.

DISCLAIMER: We are the only race event that allows those participating to assign $10 of their REGISTRATION investment to an organization or a program that is making a positive impact in the lives of kids, domestic abuse victims, abandoned seniors, homeless veterans, or school programs (below is a list of those we are supporting in 2026).

PRICING

$30 until October 31st (T-shirts guaranteed). $35 from November 1st to May 31st (T-shirts guaranteed), $40 from June 1st to August 31st (T-shirts available as supplies last) and $45 from September 1st until Race Day (T-shirts are NOT guaranteed). NOTE: Zero Registration on event date.

PACKET PICKUP

Late Registration and Packet Pickup will be available on Friday, the day before the race, from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM at the:

RunningLane, located at: 2407 Memorial Parkway SW, Huntsville, AL 35801, USA

• OR -

Packet Pickup will also be available on race day beginning at 6:00 AM at: KBR Bldg. 6200 Redstone Gateway, Huntsville, AL US 35808, USA

Expo/Bib Pick Up

In-person participants are highly encouraged to pick up their packet at RunningLane.

Bibs, shirts, and medals for virtual participants will be shipped directly to them after September 26th, and shipping is included in the registration fee.

Please join us for the second annual First Solar HEROES 5k! We are thrilled to announce that we are partnering with the US Space & Rocket Center to host this memorable event. Come out and experience this awesome course that runs around the Pathfinder Shuttle and Saturn V Rocket!

This event will include a 5k race (3.1-mi) and 5k ruck. Both the 5k run and 5k ruck will have firm start and end times of 07:30 am - 08:45 am. The course that will be used is a USATF certified road course. Review the course details at certifiedroadraces.com using Course ID AL19035JE or click this link: https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=l&id=AL19035JE

5k Ruck Divisions: Male ruck will be set to 30 lbs.; Female ruck will be set to 20 lbs. Participants must bring their own ruck with the dry weight(before adding consumables) meeting the weight requirement. Rucks will be weighed before the event begins.

Sponsors/Donations:

All proceeds for this event will be donated to Still Serving Veterans, a local non-profit military support organization. For more information on SSV, please visit https://ssv.org/

For sponsors looking to donate to SSV, please click on the Donate button on the menu on the left side of this page.

Who Can Participate?

This event is open to everyone!

Registration & Deadlines:

Registration will be open until 7am on 11/07/2026. Deadline to guarantee runners packet is 10/19/2026. After this date, registrants will only be guaranteed a runners bib for chip timing - runners packet & t-shirts will be given out while supplies last.

Parking & Logistics:

Parking will be in the lot in front of The Davidson Center for Space Exploration.

Volunteer Opportunities:

We need volunteers for this event! All volunteers for this event will receive a free event T-shirt and breakfast on the morning of the event. Please click on the Volunteer button on the menu to the left for more details and to sign up!

What is HEROES?

HEROES is a Military Associate Resource Group that offers associates easy access to valuable resources, information and support. It fosters inclusivity, supports professional development, and helps to strengthen the community throughout the First Solar organization.

Mission Statement

HEROES @ First Solar, a Military Employee Resource Group (MERG) will provide a safe and inclusive space for the proud community of active military, veterans, and those who support military personnel (family, friends, colleagues). We will build camaraderie with each other through shared experiences, veteran recruitment, community engagement, professional growth, and retention.

USATF-certified 5K race and fun run benefiting students with special learning needs. This race is put on by the Knights of Columbus Council 10232 and Council 17519 of Madison. 100% of the proceeds goes to Madison City Schools. This is part of a nationwide campaign put on by the Knights of Columbus.

Since we support the whole of Madison City Schools, the race begins and ends at the Madison City Stadium next to the Madison City Schools admin building and runs through downtown Madison. A big shout out to the city of Madison for allowing this, and to the Madison Police Department for supporting the race. As always, our effort is to support Madison schools' intellectual disabilities programs. Know that by participating, you are contributing to your local community. We especially want to give a shout-out to those who have participated in the past and we hope that you will continue to support our race and the students of the Special Education Program of Madison City Schools. If you cannot participate, please do consider offering a donation. Every little bit helps!

"“When we attend to the needs of those in want, we give them what is theirs, not ours. More than performing works of mercy, we are paying a debt of justice.” - St Pope Gregory the Great

5K/10K/Half Marathon

• Premium Run Santa Run Hoodie

• Christmas Tree Ornament Finishing Medal

• Christmas Music

• Holiday MoonPies!

Embark on a festive journey through our Christmas-themed race series, Run Santa Run, offering options for every level of runner with our 5K, 10K, and half marathon routes. As you RUN or WALK through the winter wonderland, the air is filled with the merry melodies of Christmas music, infusing every step with holiday cheer. Recharge at the finish line with an array of delectable sweets, from candy canes to ginger bread cookies ensuring a sweet reward for your hard-earned miles.

But the true prize awaits as you receive our magnificent finishing medals, each one a shining testament to your endurance and holiday spirit. And don't forget to grab one of our stylish participant shirts, featuring charming designs that capture the essence of the season. As the perfect finale, meet our live Santa Claus, ready to spread joy and pose for unforgettable photos, ensuring that your Christmas memories are as magical as the race itself. Join us for a celebration of fitness, fun, and the most wonderful time of the year!

#RunSantaRun