What race distances can I run in Birmingham?
Birmingham has 5K (19), 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
2026-2027 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 · 18 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.
Thu, Oct 1, 2026Baby Steps - Mend a Heart Memorial Campaign Birmingham, ALFrom $30Details Mon, Oct 5, 2026Y It Matters 5K & Fun Run Birmingham, ALFrom $25Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Megan Montgomery 5K Run/Walk Birmingham, ALFrom $15Details Sat, Nov 14, 2026The Alabama Race Series Amanda Pair Foundation Legacy Run Birmingham, ALFrom $20Details Sat, Nov 14, 2026UAB Veterans Day 5K Birmingham, ALFrom $20Details Sat, Nov 14, 2026ALKC Key to a Cure 5K and Fun Run Birmingham, ALRegistration closedFrom $25Details Sat, Nov 21, 2026KultureCity Birmingham Race Birmingham, ALFrom $35Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026The Sam Lapidus Montclair Run Birmingham, ALFrom $20Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Turkey Trot At The (CrossPlex) Junction Birmingham, ALFrom $40Details Sat, Dec 5, 2026Bluff Park 8K Birmingham, ALFrom $25Details Sat, Jan 16, 2027MLK Day 5K/10K Drum Run - Birmingham Birmingham, ALFrom $20Details Sat, Feb 20, 20272027 Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama Kids Marathon Birmingham, ALFrom $25Details Sat, Feb 27, 2027Rare Disease Fun Run Birmingham, ALRegistration opens Dec 31From $5Details Sat, Mar 13, 20272027 Judy M. Merritt Memorial 5K Birmingham, ALFrom $20Details Sat, Mar 27, 2027Rumpshaker 5K Birmingham, ALFrom $20Details Fri, Apr 2, 2027The INDY 5K Birmingham, ALRegistration opens Nov 10From $30Details 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 $25Details Sun, Apr 25, 2027Queen Bee 5k & 10k Birmingham, ALRegistration opens Dec 14From $25Details Sat, May 15, 2027Kitty Kat Haven & Rescue 5K Meow-A-Thon and 1 Mile Whisker Walk Birmingham, ALRegistration opens Oct 31From $25Details Sat, May 22, 2027Blazer Bolt for Brain Cancer 5K Birmingham, ALFrom $25Details Sat, Jun 5, 2027Run, Ride, & Rumble for PTS Awareness 2027 Birmingham, ALFrom $50Details Sat, Jun 26, 2027Endless Summer Birmingham, ALFrom $40Details Sat, Jul 31, 2027Raffle Run Birmingham, ALFrom $50Details
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Races in Nearby Cities
More race calendars close to Birmingham. Miles are measured center to center, so treat them as a rough guide.
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 Racing in Birmingham
When is race season in Birmingham?
November is the busiest month for races in Birmingham, with 6 of the 25, followed by April with 5. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
Are Birmingham races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 18 races in Birmingham with published results, the typical median finish is around 37:06, 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.