What race distances can I run in Birmingham?
Birmingham has 5K (18), 10K (3). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
Alabama · Race calendar
Running Races in Birmingham, Alabama
Upcoming running races in and near Birmingham, Alabama - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
25 upcoming races · 16 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Birmingham races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Aug 1, 2026Raffle Run Birmingham, ALFrom $50Details Sat, Aug 8, 2026Otey's to Otey's Run Birmingham, ALFrom $40Details Sat, Aug 15, 2026ASDA Miles for Smiles 5k/ Fun Run Birmingham, ALFrom $25Details Sat, Aug 29, 2026Smile-A-Mile (SAM) 5K Birmingham, ALFrom $20Details Sat, Sep 5, 2026Railroad Reckoning Birmingham, ALFrom $49Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026MOVE FOR IMPACT 5K Birmingham, ALFrom $15Register Sat, Oct 3, 20269th Annual Birmingham, AL Ostomy 5k Birmingham, ALFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 10, 202621st District "Be the One" 5K Run/Walk Birmingham, ALFrom $35Register Sat, Oct 24, 2026Trick or Trot 5K Birmingham, ALFrom $25Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026Hoover Choir Melody Miles 5K Birmingham, ALFrom $25Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026The CLASSIC 5K Birmingham, ALFrom $35Details Sat, Nov 14, 2026Amanda Pair Foundation Legacy Run Birmingham, ALFreeDetails Sat, Nov 14, 2026UAB Veterans Day 5K Birmingham, ALFrom $20Details Sat, Nov 21, 2026KultureCity Birmingham Race Birmingham, ALFrom $35Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026The Sam Lapidus Montclair Run Birmingham, ALFrom $18Details Sat, Dec 5, 2026Bluff Park 8K Birmingham, ALFrom $20Details Sat, Dec 12, 2026Y It Matters 5K & Fun Run Birmingham, ALFrom $20Details Sat, Jan 16, 2027MLK Day 5K/10K Drum Run - Birmingham Birmingham, ALFrom $20Details Sat, Feb 27, 2027Rare Disease Fun Run Birmingham, ALFreeDetails Sat, Mar 13, 20272027 Judy M. Merritt Memorial 5K Birmingham, ALFrom $20Details Sat, Mar 27, 2027Rumpshaker 5K Birmingham, ALFrom $20Details Sat, Apr 3, 2027BTC Statue to Statue 15k Birmingham, ALFrom $45Details Sat, Apr 17, 2027Cedar 5K & 1 Mile Birmingham, ALFrom $18Details Sat, Apr 17, 2027Red Shoe Run: Rockin' 5K Birmingham, ALFrom $20Details Sun, Apr 25, 2027Queen Bee 5k & 10k Birmingham, ALFrom $25Details
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 Racing in Birmingham
When is race season in Birmingham?
October is the busiest month for races in Birmingham, with 5 of the 25, followed by August with 4. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
How early should I register for a race in Birmingham?
14 of the 25 races in Birmingham 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 Birmingham races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 16 races in Birmingham with published results, the typical median finish is around 36:14, 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.
Where can I train for a race in Birmingham?
Browse Birmingham run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.
Are there trail races near Birmingham?
Yes, one race around Birmingham 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.