Alabama · 10K

10K Races in Alabama

Every upcoming 10K in Alabama, all 73 of them, sorted by date. Dates, entry fees, finish-time stats from past results, and start-line maps.

73 upcoming 10K races · 46 with finish-time stats

5K 211Half Marathon 51Marathon 8Ultra 5
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The Biggest and Longest-Running

The Alabama races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.

Largest field1,753 finishersCotton Row Runin the 10KLongest-running5th year5th Annual Awaken Recovery Runannual tradition

10K Races by City

Mobile 10Gadsden 10Montgomery 8Trussville 7Piedmont 5Huntsville 5Birmingham 3Florence 2Hoover 2Pelham 2Homewood 2Auburn 2Fultondale 2Any City-Any State 1Cullman 1Cropwell 1Orange Beach 1Rainbow City 1Snead 1Boaz 1Elkmont 1Anniston 1Pell City 1Decatur 1

Soonest 10K Races in Alabama

73 total
Sat, Aug 1, 2026Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Mobile, AL (31) Mobile, AL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Aug 1, 2026Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Piedmont, AL (31) Piedmont, AL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Register Sat, Aug 8, 2026Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (32) Gadsden, AL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Aug 15, 2026Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Mobile, AL (33) Mobile, AL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Register Sat, Aug 22, 2026Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Montgomery, AL (34) Montgomery, AL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Aug 22, 2026Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (34) Gadsden, AL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Aug 29, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Montgomery, AL (35) Montgomery, AL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Register Sat, Sep 5, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Mobile, AL (36) Mobile, AL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Sep 5, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Piedmont, AL (36) Piedmont, AL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Register Mon, Sep 7, 2026Race For Justice Huntsville, AL15K10K5K1 MileFrom $30Details Mon, Sep 7, 2026Smiles for Miles Labor Day 10K, 5K, and Fun Run Florence, AL10K5K1 MileFrom $20Register Sat, Sep 12, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (37) Gadsden, AL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details

How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Jul 27, 2026.

Common Questions About Running a 10K in Alabama

Which Alabama cities have the most 10K races?

Mobile (10), Gadsden (10), Montgomery (8), Trussville (7) lead the state for 10K races. Those give you the most dates to choose from if your schedule is tight.

When are most 10K races held in Alabama?

October is the busiest month for 10K races in Alabama, with 17 of the 73, followed by November with 17. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.

How much do Alabama 10K races cost?

Entry fees for 10K races here run from $10 to about $45, depending on the event and how early you register.

How early should I register for a 10K in Alabama?

22 of the 73 10K races in Alabama already have a price increase scheduled, so entry gets more expensive the longer you leave it. Race pricing almost always steps up as the date approaches, and signing up early is usually the cheapest option.

Are Alabama 10K races beginner-friendly?

Yes, for the most part. Across the 41 10K races in Alabama with published results, the typical median finish is around 1:00:00, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.

Are there trail 10K races in Alabama?

Yes, one race around Alabama gets you off the pavement: 1 mixes road and trail. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.