BHM26.2 Race Series 2025
- Date Sun 5th October 2025
- Time 7:00AM EST
- Location Hoover, Alabama
- Price $28.00 - $326.25
- Races 6 races
- Distances Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable day of fun and philanthropy at the BHM26.2 Race Series on Sunday, October 5th, 2025, in Hoover, Jefferson! This exciting event is Alabama's only fully charitable race series, supporting MAGIC MOMENTS, and features a variety of race distances to cater to all fitness levels. Participants can choose from a full marathon, a 5-person marathon relay, a half marathon, a 10K, a 5K, and a kid's fun run. The marathon course offers a breathtaking 13.1-mile loop through the scenic neighborhoods and waterfront of Hoover, complete with rolling hills and flat stretches.
With over 2,000 runners expected, the BHM26.2 Race Series promises a vibrant atmosphere filled with cheering crowds and supportive water stations throughout the course. The half marathon, which sold out last year, and the 10K and 5K races provide both challenges and a festive race day experience. Kids can join in the fun with a stroller-friendly fun run, ensuring the whole family can participate. Don't miss the post-race celebration at The Finley Center, featuring live music, delicious food, and a kids' zone. Join us in running for a great cause
With over 2,000 runners expected, the BHM26.2 Race Series promises a vibrant atmosphere filled with cheering crowds and supportive water stations throughout the course. The half marathon, which sold out last year, and the 10K and 5K races provide both challenges and a festive race day experience. Kids can join in the fun with a stroller-friendly fun run, ensuring the whole family can participate. Don't miss the post-race celebration at The Finley Center, featuring live music, delicious food, and a kids' zone. Join us in running for a great cause
Organiser's Description
BHM26.2 2025 RACE SERIES is Alabama's only fully charitable race series, benefitting MAGIC MOMENTS on SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5TH. Comprised of a full marathon, 5-person marathon relay, half marathon, 10k, 5k and kid's fun run, BHM26.2's Race Series brings exciting courses to the Birmingham Metro area! With over 2,000 runners, this event is one of Alabama's most highly attended races with a family-friendly After Party for participants and anyone supporting the cause!
Our specialized MARATHON course is a beautiful but challenging 13.1 looped run through the city and neighborhoods of Hoover with a mix of rolling hills, flat terrain, and a beautiful waterfront. This course will have frequent water stations, cheer stations, and medical stations to ensure you are safe and have an incredible race day experience!
Our 5-PERSON MARATHON RELAY is RETURNING for the 2025 race and is intended for a fun team building activity to tackle our marathon course with your team! The leg options are set to be 5 miles, 5 miles, 3.1 miles, 6.9 miles, and 6.2 miles. Teams may opt for less than 5 runners if the team member chooses to run consecutive legs. All members of the relay team will receive their medals together as their team crosses the official BHM26.2 finish line! Registration for this event will open February 1st.
Our popular HALF MARATHON, which sold out last year, is back and better than ever. This years course takes you through scenic views, winding through the city and neighborhood streets and along a beautiful waterfront. With improved logistics, enhanced support, and a festive race-day atmosphere, were making sure your experience is unforgettable. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-timer, this is a race you wont want to miss.
The 10K AND 5K races are perfect for runners of all levels looking for a challenge or a fun fitness goal. Both courses offer a great mix of flat stretches, rolling hills, and scenic views, ideal for those looking for a good challenge and fun race environment. These will have a vibrant crowd support, water stations, a medical station, and a finish line celebration you won't forget. Whether youre racing for time or just for fun, these events are designed to inspire you every step of the way!
The KIDS FUN RUN is geared towards children and patients who wish to be a part of our race weekend. Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. This event is a stroller friendly event and is around 1/4 mile!
We also have an AFTER PARTY for everyone to enjoy right after you cross the Finish Line on Sunday! Join us at The Finley Center, right inside by the Finish Line, for a post race meal, live music, drinks, a kids zone, and more!
The best part? ALL proceeds benefit MAGIC MOMENTS, the only wish-granting organization devoted exclusively to children in Alabama with chronic life-threatening or acute life-altering conditions. Lace up your shoes and join us OCTOBER 5TH as we run for the children who are chasing a cure.
#RunForTheKids
Our specialized MARATHON course is a beautiful but challenging 13.1 looped run through the city and neighborhoods of Hoover with a mix of rolling hills, flat terrain, and a beautiful waterfront. This course will have frequent water stations, cheer stations, and medical stations to ensure you are safe and have an incredible race day experience!
Our 5-PERSON MARATHON RELAY is RETURNING for the 2025 race and is intended for a fun team building activity to tackle our marathon course with your team! The leg options are set to be 5 miles, 5 miles, 3.1 miles, 6.9 miles, and 6.2 miles. Teams may opt for less than 5 runners if the team member chooses to run consecutive legs. All members of the relay team will receive their medals together as their team crosses the official BHM26.2 finish line! Registration for this event will open February 1st.
Our popular HALF MARATHON, which sold out last year, is back and better than ever. This years course takes you through scenic views, winding through the city and neighborhood streets and along a beautiful waterfront. With improved logistics, enhanced support, and a festive race-day atmosphere, were making sure your experience is unforgettable. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-timer, this is a race you wont want to miss.
The 10K AND 5K races are perfect for runners of all levels looking for a challenge or a fun fitness goal. Both courses offer a great mix of flat stretches, rolling hills, and scenic views, ideal for those looking for a good challenge and fun race environment. These will have a vibrant crowd support, water stations, a medical station, and a finish line celebration you won't forget. Whether youre racing for time or just for fun, these events are designed to inspire you every step of the way!
The KIDS FUN RUN is geared towards children and patients who wish to be a part of our race weekend. Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. This event is a stroller friendly event and is around 1/4 mile!
We also have an AFTER PARTY for everyone to enjoy right after you cross the Finish Line on Sunday! Join us at The Finley Center, right inside by the Finish Line, for a post race meal, live music, drinks, a kids zone, and more!
The best part? ALL proceeds benefit MAGIC MOMENTS, the only wish-granting organization devoted exclusively to children in Alabama with chronic life-threatening or acute life-altering conditions. Lace up your shoes and join us OCTOBER 5TH as we run for the children who are chasing a cure.
#RunForTheKids
Races
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Marathon
Incl. $7.44 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 5th October 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$92.44
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Half Marathon
Incl. $5.69 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 5th October 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$70.69
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10k
Incl. $4.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 5th October 2025 (7:15AM EDT)
$49.50
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5k
Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 5th October 2025 (7:15AM EDT)
$38.50
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Fun Run
Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 5th October 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
$28.00
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5-Person Marathon Relay
Incl. $26.25 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 5th October 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$326.25
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