Races

23rd AnnualMotherwalk / Run 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run May 9, 2026Homewood Central ParkHomewood, ALRace Benefits:Norma Livingston Ovarian Cancer Foundation  5K Course Map 5K Course Map USATF Certified AL12051JD [Click Here]  RaceJoy [Course Map]5K Course - Online view of 5K course [Click Here] Not to scale1 Mile Fun Run - Online view of 5K course [Click Here] Not to scale Registration Options: * In-Person 5K event * In-Person 1 Mile Fun Run* Virtual 5K or 1 Mile walk/run Pre-Race Packet Pickup & Registration (Individual & Team):Wednesday, May 6, 2026 – 4:00pm – 7:00pmFriday, May 8, 2026 - 3:00pm - 6:00pm Trak Shak – Homewood1839 18th Street SouthHomewood, AL 35209[Directions | Map] Race Day Packet Pickup & Registration:Saturday, May 9, 2026Homewood Central Park1632 Oxmoor Rd.Homewood, AL 35209[Directions | Map] Race Day Schedule of Events:May 9, 2026 - Homewood  6:30 am: Registration Opens & Packet Pickup7:30 am: Race Announcements / Recognize Survivors7:45 am: 5K Registra

Are you ready to set a state record?  We invite you to join us at the fastest race in Alabama that benefits a great cause, Maranathan Academy.  The Speed Stampede is a certified two mile race hosted by the Kiwanis Club of Homewood - Mountain Brook.    This race takes place on Reese Street near The Grocery Brew Pub.   The course consists of two loops of a one mile certified course (AL21034JE) that will be professionally timed.   Prizes to the top male and female overall runners and 10 year age group categories.      Our charitable partner for the Speed Stampede is the Maranathan Family Learning Center & Academy.   Maranathan is the best kept secret in Birmingham.     Maranathan Family Learning Center & Academy, Inc. is a privately funded, non-profit, 501(c)(3) all scholarship school and learning center. It was founded in 1991 for the express purpose of providing a safe haven and second chance to critically at-risk youth and adults. The primary goal of Maranathan Academy is to br

The Skridge is a family-friendly evening 5K, Kids Dash, and Festival in downtown Homewood in memory of running enthusiast, guru, and EW Motion Therapy founding partner Mike Eskridge. With your entry fee, you will receive a bib, t-shirt, and food and drink ticket. The post-race festival will include music, food, drinks, and kids' activities. Bring the whole family for a fun Saturday evening in downtown Homewood! Want to bundle races and save? Sign up for all three races above as part of the Sunset Series, our partnership with the Spring Scramble and Trak Shak's Retro Run. Run all three 5Ks and earn the Triple Crown!   PACKET PICKUP:   Homewood Trak Shak Friday, June 6 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PMSaturday, June 7 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM   PRIZES: $100 Trak Shak or Oak Hill Gift Card to Top Overall and Masters (Over 40) Male and Female Finishers (4 Total)$75 Trak Shak or Oak Hill Gift Card to 2nd Place Overall Male and Female Finishers (2)$50 Trak Shak or Ok Hill Gift Card to 3rd Plac

Jimmie Hale Mission’s Rescue Run  - 10K, 5K, and 1 Mile Fun Run Join us for the 6th Annual Jimmie Hale Mission Rescue Run 10K, 5K, & 1 Mile Fun Run! On October 3rd 2026, join us as we proceed through 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: [O

Welcome to the 52nd edition of this classic Birmingham race. What started as the Bicentennial Run in November 1975 with 221 runners has grown into one of the most popular road races in the Southeast. Click through the links under the Race Info menu for more information about the race.   ShirtsParticipants receive a gender-neutral shirt designed especially for this race. You must register by October 19 to guarantee receiving a shirt.