Conquer the Cave 5K

  • Date Sun 21st September 2025
  • Time 9:00AM EST
  • Location Woodville, Alabama
  • Price $48.70
  • Races 5 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at the Conquer the Cave 5K, taking place on Sunday, September 21, 2025, in the stunning Woodville, Marshall. This unique race begins in a picturesque valley surrounded by majestic mountains and vibrant fields, setting the stage for an extraordinary running experience. Runners will traverse a 5K course that leads into the breathtaking Cathedral Caverns, known as the crown jewel of caves in the Southeast. Participants will enjoy a thrilling 0.6-mile stretch through the cave, complete with decorative lighting and glow sticks to enhance the magical atmosphere.

With a comfortable average temperature of 58°F inside the cave, this race promises a refreshing getaway from the September heat, which typically ranges from a low of 54°F to a high of 79°F. The Conquer the Cave 5K features multiple heats of 200 runners each, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone. Be sure to arrive early for packet pickup at Back 40 Brewing on Saturday, September 21, from 12 PM to 5 PM, or on race day from 10 AM to 1 PM. Gather your friends and family, choose your wave, and get ready to conquer the cave together in this

Organiser's Description

The race starts in a beautiful valley with picturesque mountains and fields in the background. Once runners get to the 1.9 mile mark they will enter the crown jewel of caves in the Southeast. The portion of the 5k course that runs through the cave is an out and back 0.6mi that is wide enough for 2 way traffic. Runners will pick up a glow stick at the turn around point and the decorative lighting will be on at all times. The average temperatures for race day are a low of 54F, high of 79F. Meanwhile inside the cave the year round temperature is a cool 58F. This will truly be a race like no other.

Check out this awesome video on Cathedral Caverns State Park to get an idea of the beautiful scenery.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1cbIBSopnDo

Packet pickup will be at Back 40 Brewing on SATURDAY September 21st from 12pm-5pm. Back 40 is located at 3254 Leeman Ferry Rd SW, Huntsville, AL 35801. There will also be packet pickup at the race on Sunday from 10:00AM-1:00pm. Please arrive 1 hour before your wave start.

Due to the interest in this race and the size of the cave, we will have multiple heats or "waves" of 200 runners each. Each wave will go off 30 minutes after the first.
Example:

11 1st Wave
12 2nd Wave
12 3rd Wave
1 4th Wave
1 5th Wave

We are unable to move runners from different waves based on the wave you select during registration. Please check with family and friends on which wave you want to participate in BEFORE registering that way you are able to run/ walk together.

Races

  • Conquer the Cave 5K - WAVE 1 (9:00am)

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt Giveaway

    Sun 21st September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $48.70

  • Conquer the Cave 5K - WAVE 2 (9:30am)

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt Giveaway

    Sun 21st September 2025 (9:30AM EDT)

    $48.70

  • Conquer the Cave 5K - WAVE 3 (10:00am)

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt Giveaway

    Sun 21st September 2025 (10:00AM EDT)

    $48.70

  • Conquer the Cave 5K - WAVE 4 (10:30am)

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt Giveaway

    Sun 21st September 2025 (10:30AM EDT)

    $48.70

  • Conquer the Cave 5K - WAVE 5 (11:00am)

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt Giveaway

    Sun 21st September 2025 (11:00AM EDT)

    $48.70

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Location

637 Cave Rd, Woodville, 35776, AL, United States

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