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13 events in Birmingham, Alabama

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  • The INDY 5K presented by BlueCross BlueShield of Alabama [championship-racing.com] [Register at runsignup.com]

    Fri, Mar 27, 2026 at 5:30 PM

    Description

    Have you ever wondered what it’s like to run the racetrack at the world-renowned Barber Motorsports Park? Well, now you can! Experience the 17-turn road course like never before at The INDY 5K...

    Have you ever wondered what it’s like to run the racetrack at the world-renowned Barber Motorsports Park? Well, now you can! Experience the 17-turn road course like never before at The INDY 5K presented by BlueCross BlueShield of Alabama, on March 27th at the Barber Motorsports Park. Race participation includes Friday General Admission to the Children’s of Alabama Indy Grand Prix.

    Race Day Location – Friday, March 27 at 5:30 pm:

    Barber Motorsports Park - Event Map

    Parking: Lot E

    6040 Barber Motorsports Parkway

    Birmingham, AL 35094

    [Directions | Map]

    What is included in your Race Entry Fee:

    5K Entry Fee Information [Click Here]

    • INDY 5K Race Finisher Medal

    • INDY 5K Race T-shirt

    • Chip Timed 5K

    • USATF Certified 5K Course [Course Map] AL19010JE

    • Friday General Admission to the Children’s of Alabama Indy Grand Prix

    • One onsite parking pass

    • Swag bag/sponsor swag

    • One entry to the Indy 5K Post-Race Party

    The first 550 to register will receive a shirt. Register early to get the size you want. (Shirt sizes not guaranteed)

    Pre-Race Registration and Packet Pick up:

    Hampton Inn

    310 Rex Lake Rd.

    Leeds, AL 35094

    Wednesday, March 25, 2026 - 1:00pm - 5:00pm

    Thursday, March 26, 2026 - 7:30am - 1:00pm

    If you plan to register on-site: Registration will be Cashless (Credit Card only), please plan to register before arriving to speed up the packet pickup process.

    Race Day Registration & Packet Pick Up:

    For those who are not able to attend pre-race registration and packet pick up, this will begin promptly at 10:30am on Friday, March 27th in Lot E.

    Race Day Packet Pickup Location [Click Here]

    NOTE: You will need to bring a valid State-issued ID (driver's license) to receive an age 21+ wristband in the Post-Race hospitality tent. The 21+ wristband is required to receive age 21+ beverages.

    NOTE: 5K Participants should be checked in with bib number in hand by 5:00 pm. There will be a short walk to the start line on the track (Turn 10) from the registration area. Please plan for ample time to arrive at Barber Motorsports Park in Lot E. ALL 5K Participants must check in Friday at the Registration tent to sign a waiver, and be provided a wristband to run on the racetrack on Friday. Race Day Packet Pickup Location [Click Here]

    All Indy 5K participants must show their PRINTED registration confirmation at the gate to enter and park in Lot E.

    All guests attending who are not participating will need to purchase a Friday general admission pass. Kids 15 & under are free and don’t require a ticket: Use this link to purchase a non-runner entry pass: [Click Here for Non-Runner Entry Pass]

    Need your RunSignUp confirmation? - Login to RunSignup [Click Here]

    Information on how to print your Registration Confirmation [Click Here]

    Race Day Parking: Barber Motorsports Park Map

    • Parking will be available onsite in Lot E. Please be sure to show your printed Indy 5K registration to enter and park in Lot E.

    • Upon entering Barber Motorsports Park turn left at the "T" intersection by the Museum. At the gate, show your printed Indy 5K registration for entry to Barber Motorsports Park and the INDY 5K.

    • Packet Pick up & Registration will be in Lot E [Click Here].

    Pet Policy

    Pets are NOT allowed at Barber Motorsports Park.

    Race Day Agenda:

    Friday, March 27, 2026 NOTE: State-issued ID is Required to receive a wristband for 21+ beverages at the post-race hospitality tent.

    10:30am – Registration Opens @ Barber Motorsports Park - Lot E [Click Here] Be sure to get your wristband to run on the race track.

    5:00pm – 5K Registration Closes

    5:15pm – Short walk to the Start Line

    5:30pm – 5K Start

    6:00 - 7:00pm – Indy 5K Post-Race Party - Bring your ID for 21+ Wristband

    6:30 pm – 5K Awards & Draw Prizes

    5K Awards:

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

    Fleet Feet is going to be giving gift cards to the top 3 in each age division as well as top overall male/female

    *Awards listed below will be based on Gun Time only. (Gun Time: the official race time, starting from the sound of the starting gun (or the official race start signal) until a runner crosses the finish line.)

    • Top Overall Male/Female*

    • Top 3 Male/Female (10-Year Age Groups)*

    • 14 and Under

    • 15 – 19

    • 20 – 29

    • 30 – 39

    • 40 – 49

    • 50 – 59

    • 60 – 69

    • 70+

    Draw Prizes:

    • 2 Saturday Walk On’s Sport Bistreaux passes

    • 2 Saturday & 2 Sunday General Admission tickets

    Water Stop Stations:

    Water stop locations will be at the start line, finish line, and halfway mark on the 5K.

    Strollers at the Race: If you are participating with a stroller and/or children, we ask that you keep your children with you at all times and that you start from the back of the starting line. This will allow your family members and our other participants a safer race experience.

    5K Sponsorship Information:

    If you are interested in sponsorship opportunities, please contact Kyle Phillips at kphillips@zoommoto.com

    Cancellation Statement:

    Your entry fee is non-refundable. 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 Children's of Alabama.

    Transfer of Registration Policy:

    Your entry fee is non-refundable. Participants can transfer their online registration (Online Only) until March 20, 2026. After March 20, 2026, registrations are non-transferable. [Click Here] to learn more about how to transfer your registration.

    Waiver forms:

    All 5K Participants must sign a Waiver form in order to receive a wristband to be on the track. Only registered 5K participants will be allowed on the track.

    Waivers will need to be signed at packet pickup.

    Participants over 21 will also receive an additional wristband for adult beverages that will be available. State-issued ID is required to receive a wristband for 21+ beverages at the post-race hospitality tent.

    3.1 Miles 5k Run Walk

    6040 Barber Motorsports Parkway, Birmingham, Alabama, 35094, United States
    OpenStreetMap Google Maps
  • Rumpshaker 5K [rumpshaker5k.com] [Register at runsignup.com]

    Sat, Mar 28, 2026 at 8:00 AM

    Description

    March 28, 2026

    Regions Field, Birmingham, AL

    Benefiting: Colorectal Cancer Awareness

    We are very excited to announce the 18th Annual Rumpshaker 5K to be held on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at Regions...

    March 28, 2026

    Regions Field, Birmingham, AL

    Benefiting: Colorectal Cancer Awareness

    We are very excited to announce the 18th Annual Rumpshaker 5K to be held on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at Regions Field, Birmingham, AL. Without your support, we would not be able to carry out our mission to raise awareness and provide hope and support to those fighting this disease.

    Rumpshaker 5K In-Person Event:

    The in-person 5K race participants will be chip-timed. In-person 5K participants will be eligible for the $5 team discount along with Virtual 5K (team discounts apply to teams of 5 participants or more). We encourage you to take advantage of one of the new categories if you or your team members are not comfortable with the in-person event. $5 off Team Discount Ends Saturday, March 21st. Register early to save.

    Rumpshaker 5K Virtual Event: [More Info]

    Formerly known as "My Rump is Sleeping In" we have now expanded this category to include the Virtual 5K Race. This is an excellent option for those who would be more comfortable completing the Rumpshaker 5K on their own or with a smaller group of friends and family. You simply pick your date and your route. This option provides flexibility as it is a "do it yourself" 5K. You are encouraged to share your photos with us so we can post them on our social media outlets. This category is eligible for a $5 discount for each team member (teams of 5 participants or more). You will receive the 5K T-Shirt as part of your registration package. $5 off Team Discount Ends Saturday, March 21st. Register early to save.

    How to register for Rumpshaker 5K:

    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]

    Race Packet Pickup Information:

    Team Captain Pre-Race Packet Pickup:

    Team Captain Request Team Packet Pickup [Click Here] – Please do so before Friday, March 20th

    If team packet pick-up is requested by Friday, March 21, 2026, the Team Captain will pick up ALL the race packets for their team. If this is not requested by March 20th, all team members are responsible for picking up their own race packet.

    Wednesday – Friday, March 25tth – 27st, 2026 11:00am – 6:00pm

    Fleet Feet Sports

    ** NOTE: If you registered on a team after 5:00pm Friday, March 20, 2026, ask your Team Captain to have your packet added to the Team Box (if your Team Captain requested it). Check with your Team Captain.

    Pre-Race Packet Pickup and In-Person Registration:

    Individual & Team Packet Pickup & Registration

    Wednesday - Friday, March 25 - 27, 2026 11am - 6pm

    Pre-Race Packet Pickup Location:

    Fleet Feet - Birmingham

    3060 Healthy Way, Suite 100

    Birmingham, AL 35243

    [Directions | Map]

    ** NOTE: If you registered to be on a team after 5:00 pm Friday, March 20, 2026, you will need to pick up your race packet as an Individual or contact your Team Captain.

    5K Course Map PDF [Click Here] USATF Course Map [Click Here] AL18022JE USATF Certified

    5K Course Map Online [Click Here]

    5K RaceJoy Map [Click Here] More about RaceJoy [Click Here]

    1 Mile Fun Run Map PDF [Click Here] Online Map [Click Here]

    Race Day Agenda:

    March 28, 2026

    6:30am - Race Day Packet Pickup

    7:15am - 5K Registration Closes

    8:00am - 5K Run / Walk Starts

    9:00am - 1 Mile Fun Run Starts

    9:15am - 9:30am - 5K Awards

    Race Day Packet Pickup & Registration

    Regions Field - March 28, 2026

    1401 1st Ave S.

    Birmingham, AL 35233

    [Directions | Map]

    Race Day Parking and Road Closures:

    We strongly encourage carpooling whenever possible. Free Parking at 1200 5th Ave South, Birmingham, AL 35233 [Map | Directions] There is a short walk to Regions Field. [PDF] of Parking lot location and the short walk to Regions Field.

    Street Closure: 1st Ave S. between 14th St. S. & 16th St. S. (this is the start area)

    Rumpshaker - FAQs [Click Here]

    Race Day Donations: If anyone needs to drop off donations they can look for Beth Sanders near the inflatable colon on Saturday from 7am - 8am.

    5K Awards:

    Top 3 Overall Awards Male/Female based on Gun Time

    0-9 thru 75+ in 5 Year Age Group Awards based on Chip Time

    0-9 10-14 15-19

    20-24 25-29 30-34

    35-39 40-44 45-49

    50-54 55-59 60-64

    65-69 70-74 75+

    Team Awards:

    1st, 2nd, and 3rd place: (Any race category)

    • Team with Most Participants

    • Team with Most Funds Raised Overall

    • Team with the Most Funds Raised per Team Member

    One trophy only: (In-Person 5K Only)

    • Fastest Female Team

    • Fastest Male Team

    • Fastest Co-Ed Team

    • Most Team Spirit

    Race results will be posted here:

    Championship Results Website [Click Here]

    RunSignUp Results Website [Click Here]

    Best Times [Click Here] - Videos will also be posted

    How to wear your Bib-Tag Timing Chip:

    All In-Person 5K participants will be provided a timing chip to produce timed race results. [Click Here] to see details on how to wear your Bib-Tag Timing Chip. Please wear your bib number on the FRONT of your shirt during the race. Remember to bring your bib number on race day. No bib number means no recorded time. The timing chip is located on the backside of your bib number.

    Strollers at the Race: If you are participating with a stroller and/or children, we ask that you keep your children with you at all times, and that you start from the back of the "RUN 30 minute or greater" or "WALK ONLY" corrals This will allow your family members, and our other participants, a safer race experience.

    Bib Number Transfer and Cancellation Policy:

    There are NO refunds of registration fees. Bib number transfers of registration must be completed by March 21, 2026. **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 Rumpshaker, Inc.

    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 5K. Please be sure to register for the Rumpshaker 5K so that you can enjoy all that the race has to offer. Everyone in the 5K will need to wear their Bib Number that shows you are a registered participant. All proceeds of the event go to Rumpshaker Inc.

    1 Miles 5k Fun Run Run Virtual Walk

    Birmingham, Alabama, 35233, United States
    OpenStreetMap Google Maps

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