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10K races near Birmingham

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Upcoming 10K races near Birmingham

JUL 1

Run · road · 10K

Birmingham · 1 km away

AUG 1

Run · road · 10K

Birmingham · 16 km away

SEP 3

Run · road · 10K

Head Over Teal 5K & 10K

Hoover · 19 km away

Run · road · 10K

Hold the Fort 10K, 5K, & 1 Mile Warrior Walk

Pelham · 26 km away

Run · road · 10K

Pinson · 23 km away

Birmingham · 80 km

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Recurring 10K races near Birmingham

Races that repeat — weekly, monthly or yearly

Jimmie Hale Mission Rescue Run 5K & 10K

The Jimmie Hale Mission Rescue Run is a morning race in downtown Homewood, offering 5K and 10K routes for those seeking standard road-race distances. A 1-mile costume fun run is also part of the event, allowing children, walkers, and less competitive participants to engage without needing to complete the longer races. The Jimmie Hale Mission hosts this event, attracting approximately 300 runners and additional spectators. The setup features a DJ, T-shirts and swag bags for participants, health screenings provided by Southern Immediate Care, and a sensory-sensitive station. These elements contribute to a wider community atmosphere beyond a typical race day.

Tuscaloosa Runners' Championship

The Tuscaloosa Runners' Championship is a race series in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, organized by Tuscaloosa Runners from October through May. It connects seven local races into a single points competition, meaning runners accumulate scores across the season rather than just entering individual events. Each finisher receives points at every race, ensuring the leaderboard remains accessible to participants beyond just the fastest individuals. The leading runners in each age group compete for series titles at the Championship Finale 10K, a 10-kilometer race that concludes the series.

XTERRA Appalachian Trail Fest

XTERRA Appalachian Trail Fest takes place at Oak Mountain State Park in Pelham, Alabama, starting and finishing at the South Trail Head. The festival features trail runs of 10 km, 21.1 km, and 42.2 km. The marathon presents a demanding challenge with dynamic singletrack, sustained climbs, technical descents, and terrain that penalizes poor pacing. It also serves as an official XTERRA World Championship qualifier, attracting a competitive field. The race's unique character stems from its Halloween theme. Aid stations feature "Witches’ Brew" offerings, and Appalachian cryptids are incorporated into the festival's motif. The event merchandise also reflects the trail concept: the race shirt displays hidden topographic contour lines when wet from sweat, and the finisher medal alters in sunlight, featuring a satellite-style terrain graphic specific to Oak Mountain State Park.

The BTC Vulcan Run is a Birmingham road race featuring a 10K and a 5K. The 10K begins at 8:00 a.m., with the 5K starting five minutes later. Runners age 6 and older can enter the 10K, which holds the RRCA Alabama 10K State Championship title. The race originated in the 1970s as the Bicentennial Run, attracting 221 participants. It has since passed fifty editions. The event draws a significant crowd from the Southeast road-racing scene. Participants who register early enough receive a gender-neutral shirt produced for the event.

Thankful 4... 5K and Fun Run

The Thankful 4... 5K and Fun Run is a Thanksgiving morning race series. Its original four-mile run is based at NorthWood High School in Nappanee, Indiana, starting at 8:00 AM. This flagship event has drawn crowds of nearly 1,000 runners. A Colorado edition also runs at 8:00 AM from Golden High School in Golden, Colorado, attracting local friends and families annually. The series originated as I’m Thankful Four and evolved into a Thanksgiving gathering honoring Kelsey Mikel after her passing in a car accident. All event proceeds support the Kelsey Mikel Memorial Foundation, which grants scholarships to high school students. The foundation has awarded 39 scholarships totaling over $111,000, making the race a holiday run and a fundraiser with a distinct local mission.

MLK Day 5K/10K Drum Run - Birmingham

Railway Marathon & Half Marathon presented by CraneWorks

The Railway Marathon & Half Marathon, presented by CraneWorks, is an Alabama race organized by the Birmingham Track Club. The marathon and half marathon are noted as the fastest courses in the state. The event offers multiple distances: a 1-mile kids fun run, 5K, 10K, half marathon, marathon, and 50K. The race appeals to local runners by allowing them to race a fast course without traveling. Birmingham Track Club members receive a registration discount. The race's slogan is “Where Runners are Forged.”

5th Annual Awaken Recovery Run

The Awaken Recovery Run is an annual community run and walk on the Black Creek Park trail in Fultondale, Alabama, starting from 777 Yarbrough Road. It offers a 5K, 10K, and 1-mile fun run, plus a 0K support option for those who want to back the cause without running. The 5K is a morning race, and the event is designed for a wide range of participants, from walkers and first-timers to runners using it as a tune-up or a chance to race hard. The course uses the park trail rather than city streets, giving the race a local, low-key feel. The event supports Awaken, a Birmingham-based nonprofit that helps people affected by addiction and relational trauma. Awaken runs support groups, recovery retreats, and church-assistance programs; race participation helps fund and expand those services.

Queen Bee 5k & 10k

Ladies, prepare to reign! This event is for women. Whether you're a runner, a walker, or new to racing, every queen belongs here. Moms can stride alongside their little ones in the stroller-friendly division. After you cross the finish line, join a High Tea where accomplishments are toasted and friendships are celebrated.

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About 10K races in Birmingham

Birmingham Base Miles

Birmingham hosts 14 10K races in 2026 within 80 km of the city centre — upcoming dates, recurring series, and other races nearby, all in one place.

Locals run Birmingham through parks, ridges, and pretty neighborhood connectors. The Lakeshore Trail offers 5 miles of flat paved surface. Homewood and Mountain Brook work well for road miles, especially the Lakeshore Trail, Mountain Brook, and Homewood combo that can stretch past 15 miles. Red Mountain Park gives trail runners 15 miles of dirt, and Moss Rock Preserve adds 12 miles. Birmingham Track Club anchors Saturdays at The Trak Shak Homewood, and Alchemy Run Club takes downtown long runs around 9 to 13 miles. Run Magic City and Bridge Builder 5K are local races.

Birmingham Bicycle Club sets the road rhythm here, with Tuesday rides from Botanical Gardens, Dog Bite, and Easy Road, plus monthly 3rd Saturday Road Rides. The BBC Spring Metric route runs 98 km and gains 920 m, so it is real base miles with teeth. The Birmingham Permanent route runs 103.3 km and climbs 994 m, and the Northeast Loop route packs 1,051 m into 83.6 km. Red Mountain, Shades Mountain, Sand Mountain, and Ruffner Mountain hold the climbing. RideBHM gives mountain bikers 20 downhill trails, 220 feet of vert, and some of the sickest downhill trails in the state. BBC 100 Dragon Century Challenge, Tour de Cahaba, and Ride of Silence are anchor events.

Spring and fall are the best months because the weather feels usable, the humidity backs off, and both runners and riders can stack intervals without fighting the day. 7°C. The temperature hits 32°C on 65 days, so locals start early, keep Z2 honest, and take shade on tree-lined trails. 8°C. 5 cm, so group runs, road rides, cyclocross, and trail days keep going with layers.