5k in Pelham, Alabama | 2026-2027

Pelham Strong Walk & 5K [runsignup.com]

Sat, Apr 18, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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Pelham Strong Walk AND 5K

Take advantage of the early registration to receive $5 off your race(s) through March 31st. *

Title Sponsor: Gameday Men's Health Pelham

Join us for an exciting event that...

Pelham Strong Walk AND 5K

Take advantage of the early registration to receive $5 off your race(s) through March 31st. *

Title Sponsor: Gameday Men's Health Pelham

Join us for an exciting event that combines fitness, faith, and fun! Lace up your sneakers and get ready to run or walk for a good cause. The Pelham Strong Walk & 5K will take place at Pelham City Park located at 2020 Ball Park Road, Pelham, AL, USA. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just enjoy a leisurely stroll, this event is open to people of all ages and fitness levels. This race is organized by Pelham Strong.

1 Corinthians 9:24 Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one receives the prize? So run that you may obtain it.

8:00 AM - 5K

8:45 AM - 5K awards/recognition

10:00 AM - Opening Ceremonies

10:15 AM - Baseball/Softball Competitions

Midnight - Paul Revere 1M Midnight Run

5K ONLY - 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place medals will be awarded to the fastest times of both male and female participants in the following age categories:

19 and under

20-29

30-39

40-49

50-59

60+

Paul Revere 1M Midnight Run -- 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place medals will be awarded to the fastest times of both male and female participants (there are no age categories for these events).

What is included in your race packets for all races:

Finisher Medal
Individually Numbered Bib
Chip Timed
Race t-shirt (optional) -- note the midnight run/walk comes with a special America 250th commemorative T-shirt
Admission to the Home Run Derby

Pre-Race Registration and Packet Pick-up:

Pelham Public Library

2000 Pelham Park Blvd, Pelham, AL 35124

Makerspace on the 1st Floor

Friday April 17th from 1PM until 4PM

If you plan to register on-site: Registration will be Cashless (Credit Card Only), please plan to register prior to arriving to speed up the packet pick-up 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 7:00 AM on Saturday April 18, 2026 near the start/finish line at the Pelham City Park.

Water Stations: Located at the Start/Finish line and throughout the course.

Sponsorship opportunities: If you are interested in sponsorship opportunities please contact Pelham Strong at PelhamStrong35124@gmail.com.

Homerun Derby order of events:

10:00 AM beginning with the Pelham Police Department vs Pelham Fire Department

Followed by Pelham Rec Baseball 6U, 8U, 10U, and 12U

Ending with 18+

Pelham Rec Coaches and former players (limited to 20 spots): 2:00 PM approximately - 18+ OVER THE FENCE (200 feet) distance (wooden bats only)

PLEASE NOTE -- the hitting competitions are hidden, please contact pelhamstrong35124@gmail.com for additional information. Pelham Park & Rec will be emailing all coaches after the spring teams are set, and there will be a unique URL to register players.

Participating hitters will need to provide their own helmets, helmets are mandatory. ALL bats will be inspected to make sure they meet typical league regulation standards (18+ = ONLY WOODEN BATS). Each participant will receive 1 minute to hit as many home runs as possible, and each participant will be able to take one 30 second break at any point during their 1 minute. Your age will be based on the age as of the day of the event April 18, 2026. All rounds will take place on Field 4 at the Pelham City Park.

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 the Pelham Park & Rec Foundation.

All proceeds from this event will go to the Pelham Park & Rec Foundation and used to provide assistance to families for rec sports registration costs and/or equipment for players.

1 Miles 5k Run Walk

2020 Pelham Park Blvd, Pelham, Alabama, 35124, United States
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Cookie Dash 5k and 1 Mile [huntsvilletrackclub.org] [Register at runsignup.com]

Sat, Apr 18, 2026 at 4:00 PM

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Welcome to the Huntsville Track Club's Cookie Dash!

The Cookie Dash 5K and 1 Mile are back this April!! We hope you will join us for the 2026 Cookie Dash! The 5K race takes place at 4:00 PM and is...

Welcome to the Huntsville Track Club's Cookie Dash!

The Cookie Dash 5K and 1 Mile are back this April!! We hope you will join us for the 2026 Cookie Dash! The 5K race takes place at 4:00 PM and is run on a USATF certified (AL14024JD) flat, fast course that is perfect for setting PRs and State Age Records! The 5K course is run through the Hampton Cove neighborhood of Deford Mill and finishes on the greenway. The 1 Mile race starts at 5:15 PM, the new, fast course we debuted last year! At the end of the race, don't forget to enjoy some of the 1000+ cookies! Race proceeds benefit the Huntsville Community Drumline and the Hampton Cove Schools PTA (HCES, HCMS, and GSES).

A Huntsville Track Club Grand Prix Event

1 Miles 5k Run

Hampton Cove, Pelham, Alabama, 35763, United States
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Whiskey and Wine 5K [runsignup.com]

Sat, Apr 25, 2026 at 4:00 PM

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Race Description

If you like whiskey, wine, and running 5k races, then this event is a perfect match for you. Welcome to the 2nd annual Whiskey and Wine 5K. This is a one-of-a-kind event where...

Race Description

If you like whiskey, wine, and running 5k races, then this event is a perfect match for you. Welcome to the 2nd annual Whiskey and Wine 5K. This is a one-of-a-kind event where participants can not only run a 5K but also enjoy an optional whiskey and wine tasting while doing it. Participants will be able to try a different whiskey and/or wine every half mile along the 5K course. If you’re doing the math, that’s 6 different tastings throughout the course! After completing the 5K course and 6 tastings of various whiskies and wines, you will be able to choose which bottle of whiskey or wine you want to take home with you as our gift to you.

We will provide three different wines and three different whiskies for your enjoyment on the course. The exact flavors will be kept a secret until the day of the event. However, participants can expect to taste unique whiskies and wines. For example, no Jack Daniels whiskey and no Barefoot wine.

Race Course

The course is a one loop, 5K course. The course will be clearly marked with signs and flagging tape. It will pass by Lake Tranquility at Oak Mountain State Park. There will be some elevation so be prepared!

Event Rules

All participants will receive a custom wristband at packet pick-up. Participants must wear this wristband while running the 5K course. When arriving at a tasting, if you are not wearing your wristband, you will not be able to taste any whiskey or wine. There will be NO exceptions to this rule. All participants must be 21 or older. There will be NO alcohol sales at this event.

Race Location and Packet Pickup

The Whiskey and Wine 5K will be held at Oak Mountain State Park in Pelham, Alabama. There is no early packet pickup for this event. Race day packet pickup will be at the Redbud Pavilion (33.349113, -86.728967). Plug these GPS coordinates into Google Maps and it will bring you straight to the start/finish line. There will be plenty of parking and access to restrooms. Packet pickup will be from 2:45 PM to 3:45 PM. Participants must bring their photo ID for positive identification and age verification. NO exceptions.

A pre-run briefing will take place at 3:45 PM. The event begins at 4:00 PM sharp. Runners will receive a custom wristband at packet pickup upon proof of identification and age verification. The wristband will serve as your “ticket” to be able to taste the whiskey and wine along the course if you choose.

Awards, Swag

There will not be any awards given for finishing 1st, 2nd, or 3rd in this event. Always do your best! But, if you liked the wine you tasted at the fourth tasting (mile 2), you get to take a bottle of that wine home with you as our gift to you to commemorate your participation in this event. The bottle of whiskey or wine is your finisher’s medal, if you will. Once you finish running the course, your wristband will be taken in exchange for your bottle of whiskey or wine.

We will have the same number bottles as we do runners. For example, if 100 runners show up for the 5K, we will have 100 bottles of whiskey/wine as finisher medals, our gift to you. So, what does that mean for you, the runner? If you want to take home the exact bottle of whiskey or wine of your choosing, run really fast! As soon as each runner finishes the course, they can pick the bottle of their choice. As runners finish, bottles start to disappear. So, for example, if you finish in 15th place in the example of 100 runners, you’ll be able to get the bottle of whiskey or wine of your choice. However, if you finish 85th, it is likely you will not get your first choice. The whiskey or wine you enjoyed the most may be gone. In this case, you’ll have to choose from what remains. Bottom line… RUN FAST!

Aid Stations

One aid station will be set up at the halfway point of the course. Another aid station will be set up at the end of the course. We will provide water for the participants at both aid stations.

Refunds

We understand things happen in training and in life itself. However, no refunds will be given to any participant for this event. In the event you can find another runner to take your spot, you can transfer your entry to them. Just email us and we will make sure to get them registered using your entry fee.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, feel free to email us at therunningbirds11@gmail.com

Follow us on Facebook @ The Running Birds, https://www.facebook.com/runningbirds11, to keep up with all our other events! Remember to Like and Share!

3.1 Miles 5k Run

200 Terrace Drive, Pelham, Alabama, 35124, United States
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Peavine Falls & Climbs 5k [ruggedsoulstrailruns.com] [Register at runsignup.com]

Sat, May 02, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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Race starts at Peavine Parking Area.

The race opens on a fast, forgiving service roa.d before dropping sharply downhill and rolling into a short, gentle climb just beyond the bridge. From there, the...

Race starts at Peavine Parking Area.

The race opens on a fast, forgiving service roa.d before dropping sharply downhill and rolling into a short, gentle climb just beyond the bridge. From there, the course turns straight up pinestraw-covered singletrack, cresting the ridge and diving back down into a flowing descent that winds its way toward the Peavine Gorge Overlook.

You’ll then tackle a technical, rocky downhill to the creek, followed by narrow, technical singletrack as you move downstream along the water. After crossing the creek, hands-on rock steps force you upward as you head back upstream. This section is technical, and downright gnarly.

As you grind deeper up the gorge, Peavine Falls comes into view, marking the heart of the course. From there, you’ll cross the creek again and climb hard once more, scrambling up to the cliffside trail. A final bridge crossing leads into gentler singletrack, but don’t relax just yet—an extended climb awaits.

Once you top out on West Ridge, the trail finally opens up into runnable terrain, setting you up for a fast, rewarding finish back toward the parking lot.

Come get your Peavine shirt, and badge to prove you did one of the gnarliest 5ks in the Southeast!

Finisher Awards
Top 3 Male/Female Awards
Post-race hangs, food, and beer

*There is one vault restroom at the start/finish area. There are several restrooms in the South Trailhead area at the bottom. If we have enough signups, we will provide some portables at the start/finish.

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Race starts at Peavine Parking Area.

5k Run Trail

Pelham, Alabama, 35124, United States
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King of the Mountain [runsignup.com]

Sat, Aug 15, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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Race start is at North Trailhead

Beginning with a short service road start, runners will quickly sort themselves before entering the single track of Blue Trail. After some rolling uphill, you will...

Race start is at North Trailhead

Beginning with a short service road start, runners will quickly sort themselves before entering the single track of Blue Trail. After some rolling uphill, you will take a hard left up one of Oak Mountain's gnarliest climbs, and my favorite training hill, Outback Highway! Once summitted, good news, the most grueling stretch is behind you. But you still have 2.5 miles of rugged Alabama terrain. After the next, shorter, and gentler hill, you will crest over onto one of my favorite top-outs with boulders towards a slippery pine straw downhill. Next is a walk-worthy climb to your halfway point, your water station, and the crown of this race: King's Chair! After a quarter mile of mostly runnable trail, you will come to your second toughest, but final climb to Eagles Nest. From there, it's about a half mile of technical downhill till you get back to Red Road for a fast finish. But make sure you watch your ankles here!

So, come test your grit with the Southeast's toughest 5k. ~1,100 feet of climbing, and descending over only 3.1 miles, on Oak Mountain's rugged terrain.

Race start is at North Trailhead

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5k Run Trail Walk

Pelham, Alabama, 35124, United States
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Hold the Fort 10K, 5K, & 1 Mile Warrior Walk [strava.com] [Register at runsignup.com]

Sat, Sep 19, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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Oak Mountain State Park.

200 Terrace Dr, Pelham, AL 35124

The Annual Hold the Fort Races are a timed 5k and 10k race and a 1-mile Warrior Walk held at Oak Mountain State Park in Alabama on Saturday,...

Oak Mountain State Park.

200 Terrace Dr, Pelham, AL 35124

The Annual Hold the Fort Races are a timed 5k and 10k race and a 1-mile Warrior Walk held at Oak Mountain State Park in Alabama on Saturday, 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 info@blanketforthope.org.

1 Miles 5k 10k Run Walk

Pelham Parkway, Pelham, Alabama, 35242, United States
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Impact Road Race 5K | 10K | 1Mile [runsignup.com]

Sat, Oct 03, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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Join us for the 4th Annual Impact Road Race!

This timed 5K and 10K, along with a 1 Mile Fun Run
Oak Mountain State Park, Birmingham, Alabama
Saturday, October 3, 2026,
8 am to 10 am
Packet...

Join us for the 4th Annual Impact Road Race!

This timed 5K and 10K, along with a 1 Mile Fun Run
Oak Mountain State Park, Birmingham, Alabama
Saturday, October 3, 2026,
8 am to 10 am
Packet 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 Phaedra@seedsofimpact.org.

1 Miles 3.1 Miles 5k 6.2 Miles 10k 1Mile Fun Run Run Walk

200 Terrace Drive, Pelham, Alabama, 35124, United States
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Death by 5k Oak Mountain [runsignup.com]

Sat, Nov 21, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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Death by 5k is coming back to Oak Mountain State Park! The first four years have been awesome so let's do it again!

RunStrong Event's signature 24 hour challenge, Death by 5k requires participants to...

Death by 5k is coming back to Oak Mountain State Park! The first four years have been awesome so let's do it again!

RunStrong Event's signature 24 hour challenge, Death by 5k requires participants to run ten 5ks, starting each 5k spaced 2.5 hours apart. The first 5k starts at 8 am, and subsequent 5ks start at 1030, 1, 330, 6, 830, 11, 130, 4, and 630 am. Participants need to be present at the start of each 5k, and have that 5k finished prior to the start of the subsequent 5k. This challenge is designed to test participants mentally and physically with physical fatigue, sleep deprivation, and running in the dark. (Headlamps, hand lights, or some other form of illumination will be required)

Death by 5k Oak Mountain will start and finish near the Dogwood Pavilion at the South Trailhead.. The course will start on the Lake Trail, then continue onto Rattlesnake Ridge, making a counterclockwise loop back to the start.

In between each 5k, participants will be able to sleep in their vehicles in the parking lotor to set up tent camping in the grass camping field across the road from the parking lot. Tent camping sites will be first come first served and will be $20/night with a maximum of 4 people per campsite. People wishing to camp will need to stop at the Oak Mountain park entrance and fill out the standard camping paperwork. This camping will be available both Friday and Saturday nights of race weekend. The tent camping area has a bathroom and at least 4 electrical poles that will be available to everyone camping. (You'll have to share them, in other words) Truck campers and camper vans can be parked in the parking lot, but must take up only one parking spot. There is no camping fee for the parking lot, just for tent camping in the green camping space.

Participants will be required to pay the $5 entry fee to Oak Mountain unless they have a season pass or have paid for a campsite, which includes this fee.

There will be 5 meals, each including hot food, served over the course of the event. Meal times will be 830a, 130p, 630p, 1130p, and 430a., along with plenty of snack food and drinks throughout the event. You will not go hungry at a RunStrong Event..

Participants will receive an event shirt. Finishers will receive one of our coveted, custom made coffins.

Registration will be limited initially to 200 participants. After that, a waitlist will be enabled and we will open spots if/when they become available or if we decide to expand the field.

For info on our other Death by 5k events, visit www.deathby5k.com

5k Run Trail

200 Terrace Drive, Pelham, Alabama, 35124, United States
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