26th Annual Millennium Run
- Date Thu 1st January 2026
- Time 9:00AM CST
- Location Florence, Alabama
- Price $25.00 - $35.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Kick off the New Year with energy and excitement at the 26th Annual Millennium Run, taking place on Thursday, January 1, 2026, in the beautiful city of Florence, Alabama! This premier 5K race is a beloved tradition in North Alabama, attracting hundreds of enthusiastic runners eager to start the year on a high note. The event features a scenic 5K course winding through the picturesque Heathrow neighborhood, along with a fun and family-friendly 1-mile run that loops around the Shoals Christian School campus.
Runners can participate in the 5K race starting at 9:00 A.M. or the 1-mile fun run at 9:10 A.M. Early registration is available until December 20th, offering great rates and a stylish long-sleeve race shirt. Plus, sign up with a friend and enjoy a discount! All proceeds from this exciting event benefit the Shoals Christian School, making it not just a race, but a chance to support the community. Join fellow runners from Florence and beyond to embrace the spirit of the New Year and stay active in 2026!
Runners can participate in the 5K race starting at 9:00 A.M. or the 1-mile fun run at 9:10 A.M. Early registration is available until December 20th, offering great rates and a stylish long-sleeve race shirt. Plus, sign up with a friend and enjoy a discount! All proceeds from this exciting event benefit the Shoals Christian School, making it not just a race, but a chance to support the community. Join fellow runners from Florence and beyond to embrace the spirit of the New Year and stay active in 2026!
Organiser's Description
SIGN UP WITH A FRIEND AND YOU BOTH RECEIVE $5 OFF!
26TH ANNUAL MILLENNIUM RUN: FLORENCE, ALABAMA'S PREMIER NEW YEAR 5K RACE
Start 2026 off with one of NORTH ALABAMA'S GREATEST NEW YEAR TRADITIONS! Join hundreds of runners in Florence, Alabama for the 26TH ANNUAL MILLENNIUM RUN on January 1st, 2026. The 5K race and 1 Mile run trek through the scenic Heathrow neighborhood. All benefiting SHOALS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL.
RACE TIMES
* 5K RACE START: 9:00 A.M.
* 1-MILE FUN RUN START: 9:10 A.M.
* Location: Shoals Christian School, Florence, Alabama
* Address: 301 Heathrow Dr. Florence, Alabama 35633
REGISTRATION OPTIONS
EARLY REGISTRATION (THROUGH NOON DECEMBER 20TH):
* 5K Race: $35.00 (INCLUDES LONG-SLEEVE RACE SHIRT)
* 1 Mile Fun Run: $25.00 (INCLUDES LONG-SLEEVE RACE SHIRT)
LAST-MINUTE REGISTRATION (DECEMBER 20TH - JAN 4TH):
* 5K Race: $40.00 (RACE SHIRT NO LONGER AVAILABLE)
* 1 Mile: $25.00 (RACE SHIRT NO LONGER AVAILABLE)
COURSE INFORMATION
Experience one of the Shoals area's most popular race routes! Our 5K course winds through Florence's Heathrow neighborhood, offering runners a scenic yet fast race. The 1-mile Fun Run loops around the Shoals Christian School campus. Detailed course maps are available on race day.
FACILITIES AND AMENITIES
THE SHOALS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL GYMNASIUM OPENS AT 7:30 A.M. OFFERING:
* INDOOR WARM-UP AREA
* Registration station
* Restrooms
* Awards ceremony venue
* POST-RACE REFRESHMENTS
COMMUNITY SUPPORT
All proceeds benefit Shoals Christian School, serving the Shoals area community. Join runners from Florence, Muscle Shoals, Sheffield, Tuscumbia, and across North Alabama for this meaningful event.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
* RACE DIRECTOR: DAVID MCKELVEY
* Phone/Text: (256) 627-2480
* Email: [email protected]
* Volunteer opportunities are available.
LET US RUN WITH ENDURANCE THE RACE THAT IS SET BEFORE US, LOOKING TO JESUS HEBREWS 12:1D-2A
26TH ANNUAL MILLENNIUM RUN: FLORENCE, ALABAMA'S PREMIER NEW YEAR 5K RACE
Start 2026 off with one of NORTH ALABAMA'S GREATEST NEW YEAR TRADITIONS! Join hundreds of runners in Florence, Alabama for the 26TH ANNUAL MILLENNIUM RUN on January 1st, 2026. The 5K race and 1 Mile run trek through the scenic Heathrow neighborhood. All benefiting SHOALS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL.
RACE TIMES
* 5K RACE START: 9:00 A.M.
* 1-MILE FUN RUN START: 9:10 A.M.
* Location: Shoals Christian School, Florence, Alabama
* Address: 301 Heathrow Dr. Florence, Alabama 35633
REGISTRATION OPTIONS
EARLY REGISTRATION (THROUGH NOON DECEMBER 20TH):
* 5K Race: $35.00 (INCLUDES LONG-SLEEVE RACE SHIRT)
* 1 Mile Fun Run: $25.00 (INCLUDES LONG-SLEEVE RACE SHIRT)
LAST-MINUTE REGISTRATION (DECEMBER 20TH - JAN 4TH):
* 5K Race: $40.00 (RACE SHIRT NO LONGER AVAILABLE)
* 1 Mile: $25.00 (RACE SHIRT NO LONGER AVAILABLE)
COURSE INFORMATION
Experience one of the Shoals area's most popular race routes! Our 5K course winds through Florence's Heathrow neighborhood, offering runners a scenic yet fast race. The 1-mile Fun Run loops around the Shoals Christian School campus. Detailed course maps are available on race day.
FACILITIES AND AMENITIES
THE SHOALS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL GYMNASIUM OPENS AT 7:30 A.M. OFFERING:
* INDOOR WARM-UP AREA
* Registration station
* Restrooms
* Awards ceremony venue
* POST-RACE REFRESHMENTS
COMMUNITY SUPPORT
All proceeds benefit Shoals Christian School, serving the Shoals area community. Join runners from Florence, Muscle Shoals, Sheffield, Tuscumbia, and across North Alabama for this meaningful event.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
* RACE DIRECTOR: DAVID MCKELVEY
* Phone/Text: (256) 627-2480
* Email: [email protected]
* Volunteer opportunities are available.
LET US RUN WITH ENDURANCE THE RACE THAT IS SET BEFORE US, LOOKING TO JESUS HEBREWS 12:1D-2A
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