Races

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: Ed

Join us for the 11th annual SHARK 5K Run/ Competitive Walk & 1 mile Fun Run, July 4, 2025 at 7:00 a.m. Everybody gets a Finishers Medal – For ALL events The BEST DJ – Awards Finishers Party On The Gulf Coast Custom Age Group Award medals – for the 5K Run/Walk (5 Year increments for Both The 5K Run and the Walk) The WHARF Convention Center • Canal Road, Orange Beach, AL 36561 This is an Independence Day Tradition you don’t want to miss!

Join us in Orange Beach for the 19th Annual Coastal Half Marathon, 5k, & 1-Mile Fun Run. It's the perfect opportunity to create new family traditions and experience the award-winning backcountry trails at this post-Thanksgiving weekend race.  Why Choose the Coastal Runs:‍Thanksgiving Weekend Special: Celebrate the holiday weekend with a run through Alabama's beautiful coastal landscapes.Scenic Trails for All: Our courses wind through stunning backcountry trails, offering options for everyone with the half marathon, 5k, or 1-mile fun run.A Perfect Family Trip: Extend your Thanksgiving holiday into a mini-vacation. Orange Beach offers beautiful beaches and outdoor activities, ideal for families. Create lasting memories with loved ones and start a new holiday tradition. The Coastal Half Marathon, 5k, and 1-Mile Fun Run offers natural beauty, family and friend bonding, and holiday cheer. Transform your Thanksgiving weekend into an unforgettable adventure with us in Orange Beach