High Country 5K
- Date Sat 11th April 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Hoover, Alabama
- Price $11.60 - $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the High Country 5K on Saturday, April 11, 2026, in Hoover, Jefferson! This exciting event marks the return of the longest-running road race in Bluff Park, inviting both seasoned runners and first-timers to join in on the fun. Participants can look forward to a professionally organized race featuring chip timing, police escorts, and enthusiastic supporters cheering you on along the route.
Race day kicks off with packet pickup available on Friday, April 10, from 3 PM to 7 PM at the Family Life Center, as well as on race day from 7 AM to 8 AM. Runners will enjoy a challenging 5K course, complete with mile markers and water stations to keep you hydrated. Plus, don’t miss the medal ceremony followed by a delicious free Pancake Breakfast! Children can also participate in the Elementary School Challenge, running the same course with a delayed start. With early-bird registration starting at just $25, this is a fantastic opportunity to embrace fitness, community, and the joy of running. Join us for a day filled with camaraderie and celebration!
Race day kicks off with packet pickup available on Friday, April 10, from 3 PM to 7 PM at the Family Life Center, as well as on race day from 7 AM to 8 AM. Runners will enjoy a challenging 5K course, complete with mile markers and water stations to keep you hydrated. Plus, don’t miss the medal ceremony followed by a delicious free Pancake Breakfast! Children can also participate in the Elementary School Challenge, running the same course with a delayed start. With early-bird registration starting at just $25, this is a fantastic opportunity to embrace fitness, community, and the joy of running. Join us for a day filled with camaraderie and celebration!
Organiser's Description
RACE PACKETS CAN BE PICKED UP ON FRIDAY, APRIL 10TH AT THE FAMILY LIFE CENTER FROM 3PM-7PM OR ON RACE DAY FROM 7AM-8AM. THE FAMILY LIFE CENTER IS LOCATED AT 2820 ROCKLAND DRIVE, HOOVER.
The longest-running road race in Bluff Park returns on April 11, 2026. This challenging 5K is hosted by Shades Crest Baptist Church and features a medal ceremony with a free Pancake Breakfast immediately afterward. Race specifics: t-shirt, chip timing, corral start based on estimated finish time, police escort, mile markers, water at the midpoint, and enthusiastic supporters along the route. Our Elementary School Challenge participants will run the same course with a delayed start. Whether you are running this event for the first time or have completed all 22 previous races, please join us for a great day of fun and fellowship! NOTE: Due to a large number of registrants, those registering after March 31, may receive their t-shirts within two weeks after the race date.
$25 Early-Bird Registration 11/1/25-1/31/26
$35 Registration 2/1/26-4/10/26
$40 on Race Day 4/11/25
$10 Student Rate (K - 5th grade) 11/1/25-4/10/25
The longest-running road race in Bluff Park returns on April 11, 2026. This challenging 5K is hosted by Shades Crest Baptist Church and features a medal ceremony with a free Pancake Breakfast immediately afterward. Race specifics: t-shirt, chip timing, corral start based on estimated finish time, police escort, mile markers, water at the midpoint, and enthusiastic supporters along the route. Our Elementary School Challenge participants will run the same course with a delayed start. Whether you are running this event for the first time or have completed all 22 previous races, please join us for a great day of fun and fellowship! NOTE: Due to a large number of registrants, those registering after March 31, may receive their t-shirts within two weeks after the race date.
$25 Early-Bird Registration 11/1/25-1/31/26
$35 Registration 2/1/26-4/10/26
$40 on Race Day 4/11/25
$10 Student Rate (K - 5th grade) 11/1/25-4/10/25
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