Races Near Me: Upcoming Running Races

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 veh

Presented by Hospital for Special Surgery, #1 in Orthopedics An annual community race on Saturday, Thanksgiving weekend, with USAT&F Certified Half Marathon and 10K courses. All proceeds benefit the Pelham Civic Association's "Help a Child, Change a Life" initiative. Registration for the 1K Kids Fun Run will open Sunday, November 1 at 12:00 am.

Join us this holiday season for Finish Line Event’s Christmas Classic 5k at Oak Mountain State Park! Whether you’re racing for a personal best or taking a scenic hike with your family around Double Oak Lake, this event offers something for everyone. This race is child participation friendly and encouraged! Please note, our first 200 participants will receive custom Christmas Classic 5K swag. This event will sell out. This race offers TWO FINISH LINES! For those that dare you can participate in the Polar Plunge Finish Line benefiting Alabama Wildlife Center. At the donations page, please make the $20 donation to be able to enjoy the icy waters. All proceeds will go directly to the Alabama Wildlife Center at Oak Mountain State Park. OR Do not worry about the donation and there will be a finish line for those that do not want to participate in the Polar Plunge. Just make sure to cheer when you see people make the icy jump! All 5k participants can look forward to:  • An Alabama Wildlife Ce

The Original 24 Hour Triathlon. Organized by: Mammoth Endurance | Built for the Pursuit, Not Finish Lines.For complete race information, please visit www.mammothendurance.com/oakmountainultrarelay• General Race Format:The goal of this event is to log as many complete triathlons, duathlons, or single laps (for run, swim or bike only events) in the allotted time. You may choose to race as a solo athlete or as a relay team. Choose from either a 12 hour or 24 hour race. You and or your team will be assigned a "pit area" inside the Village where you setup camp for the duration of the event. This is where you sleep, eat, store your gear, etc.. - your home away from home. You are not required to change disciplines in between each leg of the event. For example, you may bike 10 laps in a row, then swim 5 and then run 8. You can complete laps of any discipline in any order. Teams are not required to change athletes after each leg. For example, team member A can run 5 loops in a row, then

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, t

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

Where it all started Celebrating its 41st year in 2026, this race was the first Magic Sports (then Team Magic) event and honors local legend Buster Britton and his passion for pushing limits. Swim in a peaceful lake, bike rolling hills, and run a course inspired by Buster’s spirit. Whether you’re a seasoned triathlete or trying your first race, you’ll find challenge and community here. Join us and create your own lasting legacy on this iconic course.

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 t

Join us for the 4th Annual Impact Road Race! This timed 5K and 10K, along with a 1 Mile Fun RunOak Mountain State Park, Birmingham, Alabama Saturday, October 3, 2026, 8 am to 10 am Packet Pickup begins at 7 amAll 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 VIEW 5K ROUTEVIEW 10K ROUTEVIEW 1MILE ROUTE 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