Races

Race packets can be picked up on Friday, April 10th at the Family LIfe Center from 3pm-7pm or on race day from 7am-8am. The Family Life Center is located at 2820 Rockland Drive, Hoover. The longest-running road race in Bluff Park returns on April 11, 2026.  This challenging 5K is hosted by Shades Crest Baptist Church and features a medal ceremony with a free Pancake Breakfast immediately afterward.  Race specifics:  t-shirt, chip timing, corral start based on estimated finish time, police escort, mile markers, water at the midpoint, and enthusiastic supporters along the route.  Our “Elementary School Challenge” participants will run the same course with a delayed start.  Whether you are running this event for the first time or have completed all 22 previous races, please join us for a great day of fun and fellowship! NOTE: Due to a large number of registrants, those registering after March 31, may receive their t-shirts within two weeks after the race date. $25 Early-Bird Registration

This is a race like no other. The course includes a scenic route starting in Ross Bridge Village Center and crossing participants through six distinctive neighborhoods of a classic American resort town. There will be a time of fellowship at our Health Expo where there will be prizes, vendors and activities for the children.

BHM26.2 2026 is Alabama's only fully charitable race series, benefitting Magic Moments on Sunday, October 4th. Comprised of a full marathon, 5-person marathon relay, half marathon, 10k, 5k and kid's fun run, BHM26.2's Race Series brings exciting courses to the Birmingham Metro area! With over 2,000 runners, this event is one of Alabama's most highly attended races with a family-friendly After Party for participants and anyone supporting the cause!     Our specialized Marathon course is a beautiful but challenging 13.1 looped run through the city and neighborhoods of Hoover with a mix of rolling hills, flat terrain, and a beautiful waterfront. This course will have frequent water stations, cheer stations, and medical stations to ensure you are safe and have an incredible race day experience!   Our Marathon Relay is RETURNING for the 2026 race and is intended for a fun team building activity to tackle our marathon course with your team! The leg options are set to be 5 mil