9 running events in Baldwin County, Alabama

Bubbles on the Beach

Run the coast and toast your finish! Set in beautiful Orange Beach, AL, this beachfront race features a scenic course along the Gulf, including the stunning Perdido Pass Bridge. You'll finish on the beach, just steps from the Gulf behind Perdido Beach Resort—just in time for our Bubbles on the Beach celebration, complete with brunch, champagne, festivities, and music.

Whether you're going the distance or keeping it casual, every step supports the Jennifer Claire Moore Foundation.

‍Beautiful views. Coastal vibes. A cause worth running for.

Join us for the 15th Annual Bunny Hop 5K and Fun Run on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at the Wharf in Orange Beach. The 5K begins at 8:30 am and the Fun Run will start immediately following. Proceeds will benefit the Ann Reese Grote Memorial Scholarship which is given to a graduating senior at Gulf Shores High School and Orange Beach High School who is committed to service within their community.

Packet pick-up will be between 7 am and 8 am the morning of the race.

Join us on March 7, 2026, for an exciting day filled with fun, community spirit, and support for Rosinton Elementary School! The Armadillo Dash 5K Run/Walk, Fun Run, and Festival is approaching, and we need YOU to make it a success! Together, let’s create a brighter future for our students and community!

Start times:

5K starts at 9 AM

Fun Run starts at 10 AM

Awards

5K Run: Top 3 Male and top 3 Female Overall finishers and top 3 Male and top 3 Female finishers in the following age groups: 0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+.

5K Walk: Top 3 Male and top 3 Female Overall finishers

Fun Run: Top 3 Overall (coed) and top 3 in the following age groups: 0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+.

Join us on Saturday, April 11, 2026, for the Inaugural Habitat Hustle 5K and Fun Run, benefiting gopher tortoise conservation and research efforts at Gulf State Park. Whether you’re as fast as a hare or as steady as a tortoise, every step you take helps support the protection of Alabama’s only native tortoise species! And who knows... there just might be a gopher tortoise cheering you on while you cross the finish line!

Fun educational booths will be set up, so bring your friends and family to cheer you on and discover more about gopher tortoises and their unique habitat!

5K and Fun Run participants must register by 2/11/2026 to receive a free T-shirt

Limited number of shirts will be available for purchase day of race

5K Divisions

10 & under; 11-18; 19-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60+

Awards will be given to the top 3 finishers.

Race Day Schedule

7:00 am: Race Day Registration Opens/ Packet Pickup

8:45 am: Registration Ends

9:00 am: 5K

9:30 am: Fun Run

10:00 am: Educational Activities Begin

10:15 am: 5K Awards

11:30 am: Event Ends

5k Route: Orange Beach Sportsplex, Twin Bridges Trail, Catman Trail, Cross Park Trail, and Gulf Oak Ridge Trail.

Rain or shine event!

This super fun event returns to kick off the St. Benedict Catholic School's German Festival!

The One Mile Fun Run/Walk will kick off at 8:00 AM.

The 5K Raven Run/Walk begins at 8:30 AM.

Both races begin at St. Benedict Catholic School, 12786 Illinois Street Elberta, AL 36530, and are a 1 mile and 3.1 mile "out and back" course. Water is supplied on the course at the turn around point.

Delicious German sausage, beer, and great prizes await participants at the post party! So don your lederhosen or dirndl, come fill your stein and join us at the Raven Run! Prost y’all!

WHY RACE?

All Runners/walkers receive:

• Free Finisher Medal at race end

• Free Wetzel Pretzel ticket

• Free Drink ticket (Gatorade, Soda, Beer/Wine; must be 21+ to redeem ticket for alcoholic beverages)

• You get to run / walk with your friends!

• You will be supporting St. Benedict School!

• It's a super fun race!

*German Fest T-shirts will be available for purchase at the race.

SCHEDULE:

Online Registration Closes 4/25/2026

• Packet/Bib Pickup 4/24/2026 - 3:15-5:30 PM St. Benedict

• Race Day 4/25/2026

• Race Day Packet/Bib pickup 7-7:45AM

• 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk Race Start 8AM

• 5k Raven Run/Walk Race Start 8:30AM

• Award Ceremony 9:30AM

• Course closed 10:00AM

PRICING:

• Early bird $15 Fun Run, $20 Student 5k, $25 Adult 5k - until 4/18/2026

• Regular, all prices increase $5 - until 4/24/2026

• Day of Race, all prices increase another $5 - 4/25/2026

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

• Can I walk the race? YES but we have a 30 minute time limit on the Fun Run and a 1:30 hour time limit on the 5k.

• Do I have to dress up? NO but it is way cooler and the photos will be amazing. Be creative!

• Does everyone get a medal? YES - it is a collector's item! Finish the race and it's yours!

• Packet Pickup Location - St. Benedict School - Friday, April 24- 3:15-5:30PM

• Can I register the morning of the race? YES - but arrive at 7am if you plan to register race-day morning. Registration closes at 7:30AM firm.

AWARDS:

Awards will be given out to Overall Male/Female of each Race and also Age Category Winners:

6 & under

7-9 years

10-12 years

13-15 years

16-19 years

20-29 years

30-39 years

40-49 years

50-59 years

60-69 years

70+

After the race join us for the race awards ceremony at 9:30am followed by a full day of fun at the 53rd Annual St. Benedict Catholic School German Festival on Saturday, April 25th in Elberta, Alabama!

Stroll the aisles of artists and crafters, bouncy houses, balloons & more for the kids or sit down, relax, and enjoy the live entertainment. Be sure to come hungry for the delicious German food!

The raffle begins at 5pm....be sure you purchase a ticket in advance for your chance to win $10,000 CASH....only a limited amount of tickets will be sold!

Join Us on April 25 at OWA Parks & Resort

Registration is open for our second annual Big Fish 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run! All ages and fitness levels are welcome to be a part of this exciting fundraising event. Your entry fee of $35 includes a commemorative t-shirt, and all proceeds support the life-changing work of Big Fish Ministries.

The race begins at 9 a.m. on Saturday, April 25, at OWA Parks & Resort in Foley, Alabama, the Gulf Coast’s premier entertainment destination.

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