Alabama · 5K

2026-2027 5K Races in Alabama

Every upcoming 5K in Alabama, all 197 of them, sorted by date. Dates, entry fees, finish-time stats from past results, and start-line maps.

197 upcoming 5K races · 109 with finish-time stats

10K Races 63Half Marathons 50Marathons 7Ultramarathons 4
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By the numbers

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 field2,904 finishersWar Eagle Run Festin the 5KLongest-running38th year38th Annual Julie Diener 5K & Fun Runannual tradition

Alabama 5K Races by City

Huntsville 22Birmingham 19Gadsden 17Montgomery 10Trussville 9Mobile 8Anniston 6Decatur 5Pelham 5Florence 4Orange Beach 4Fultondale 4Gulf Shores 4Foley 3Prattville 3Tuscaloosa 3Rainsville 2Chelsea 2Auburn University 2Mountain Brook 2Rainbow City 2Piedmont 2Wetumpka 2Auburn 2

5K Races in Alabama by Month

October 2026 14November 2026 56December 2026 30January 2027 10February 2027 19March 2027 12April 2027 21May 2027 12June 2027 6August 2027 6

The Next 5K Runs in Alabama

197 total
Thu, Oct 1, 20262026 BOO! Brain Cancer Virtual Challenge Any City-Any State, AL5K10KFrom $30Details Fri, Oct 30, 2026THE UNDERGROUND 5K Huntsville, AL5K1 MileFrom $45Details Fri, Oct 30, 2026Treat Trail 5K and Fun Run Montgomery, AL5K1 MileFrom $45Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026The Great Pumpkin Run 5K - MTNA-Rainsville Rainsville, AL5K1 MileFrom $40Details Sat, Oct 31, 202614th Annual Honea/Gann Revival Center Missions 10K/5K & 1 Mile Vincent, AL6 Miles5K1 MileFrom $25Details Sat, Oct 31, 20262026 Spooktacular 5K & Monster Mile Huntsville, AL5K1 MileFrom $35Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Megan Montgomery 5K Run/Walk Birmingham, AL5K1 MileFrom $35Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Foundations 4 Hope 5K - Trussville Trussville, AL5K1 MileFrom $35Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Chasing Freedom 5k Northport, AL5KFrom $25Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Harvest Day 5K and Fun Run Headland, AL5K1 MileFrom $25Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Montgomery, AL (44) Montgomery, AL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Register Sat, Oct 31, 2026Miles of Hope: Spooky Edition Anniston, AL1 Mile5KHalf MarathonFrom $40Details

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 Oct 25, 2026.

Common Questions About Running a 5K in Alabama

Which Alabama cities have the most 5K races?

Huntsville (22), Birmingham (19), Gadsden (17), Montgomery (10) lead the state for 5K races. Those give you the most dates to choose from if your schedule is tight.

When are most 5K races held in Alabama?

November is the busiest month for 5K races in Alabama, with 56 of the 197, followed by December with 30. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.

Are Alabama 5K races beginner-friendly?

Yes, for the most part. Across the 109 5K races in Alabama with published results, the typical median finish is around 35:15, 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 5K races in Alabama?

Yes, 4 races around Alabama get you off the pavement: 3 are trail races, and 1 mixes road and trail.