Register now for these 8 exciting spring runs around Birmingham

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Red Shoe Run, RMHCA
There are lots of ways to get involved in the Red Shoe Run. (RMHCA)

The days are finally getting warmer (and longer!), so it’s the perfect time to start signing up for spring runs around Birmingham. Keep reading for upcoming spring races—from one-mile fun runs to 10Ks and more.

1. Aspire Wine 10K

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The Spring Scramble and Aspire Wine 5K are some of Homewood’s favorite events. (Bham Now)

The Aspire Wine 10K is a great way to get active and have fun. The course consists of a loop through downtown Homewood with a killer after party at SoHo Square.

2. Judy M. Merritt Memorial 5K & Family Fun Day

Judy M. Merritt’s 10th annual family fun day will help support Jefferson State Community College students needing scholarships. There will be fun activities including free popcorn, cotton candy, a DJ, inflatables face painting, and more.

3. Tuscaloosa Half Marathon & Publix 5K

The Visit Tuscaloosa Half Marathon gives runners a look at the hills along the Black Warrior River, the Tuscaloosa River Walk, parts of the University of Alabama campus and downtown Tuscaloosa neighborhoods.  

4. BTC Statue to Statue 15K

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Get ready for a challenge. (Birmingham Track Club)

If you’re looking for a challenge, this is the run for you. It’s said to be the south’s toughest 15K.

“The course gently rolls and is generally downhill for the first six miles. Runners then head up a pair of hills that are among the most challenging you’ll find. The reward for climbing the hills is a fast mile-and-a-half downhill finish that’s sure to generate the quickest splits you’ve ever run.”

Birmingham Track Club

5. Red Shoe Run: Rockin’ 5K

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Red Shoe Run: Rockin’ 5K, presented by McDonald’s, is an annual celebration of family, fundraising and awareness for Ronald McDonald House Charities of Alabama.

All money raised through the Red Shoe Run stays at the Ronald McDonald House in Birmingham to keep families together at a time when it’s needed most.

Participants can run/walk two course options: 5K and 1 Mile. Can’t make it in-person? Select the Snoozer option during registration!

Rock n’ roll costumes are encouraged and the best costume will win an award after the run!

Special awards are handed out to the top individual fundraiser, the top fundraising team, the most spirited team and the largest team. Team perks include a complimentary team sign, VIP seating and a Team Roll Call during the awards ceremony.

Want to sponsor the 2024 Red Shoe Run: Rockin’ 5K? Email Special Events Manager Amanda McCormick or call 205.638.7265.

6. 21st District – Stop the Violence 5K

Join the American Legion 21st district for their Stop the Violence 5K supporting three causes:

  • bringing greater awareness towards gun violence within the community
  • advocating for safer neighborhoods and communities
  • raising money for charities including A.G. Gaston Boys and Girls Clubs, Children’s Village, American Legion Youth Leadership Camp, and Big Brother and Sister

7. Spring Scramble 5K

All proceeds of Homewood’s Spring Scramble 5K will go to the Coat of Arms advocacy organization, which supports initiatives for food insecurity, literacy, education and health promotion for children within the Birmingham community and state of Alabama. 

8. Donor Dash for Life 5k

The Donor Dash for Life race celebrates donors, recipients, living donors, caregivers and all advocates for organ, eye and tissue donation. Proceeds will go towards donation awareness programs throughout the state.

Get active in the Rocket City—check out a few 5K + 10Ks in Huntsville.

Any runs coming up that we missed? Let us know on Facebook and Instagram!

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