In It For The Long Run

  • Date Sat 16th May 2026 - Sun 17th May 2026
  • Time 6:00AM CDT
  • Location Huntsville, Alabama
  • Price Free
  • Races 9 races
  • Distances Marathon, 5km, 10km, Half Marathon

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Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for "In It For The Long Run," an exciting two-day running extravaganza taking place from May 16th to May 17th, 2026, in the beautiful city of Huntsville, Madison. This event, hosted at the scenic John Hunt Park, features a variety of race distances designed to accommodate runners of all abilities, including a thrilling 24-hour race, as well as 6-hour, 12-hour, marathon, 50K, 50-mile, 5K, 10K, and half marathon options.

Kick off the festivities with packet pick-up at Fleet Feet Huntsville on Friday, May 15th, from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM, and prepare for a weekend filled with camaraderie and competition! Enjoy a fully stocked aid station featuring fresh fruit, energy gels, and delicious food trucks serving up everything from grilled cheese to pancakes. Plus, with overnight camping available on Saturday night, participants can relax and bond with fellow runners. Make sure to register early, as this free event has a cap of just 250 runners! Come join the fun and celebrate the spirit of endurance running in Huntsville!

Organiser's Description

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Race Information
Packet Pick-Up
Packet pick-up will be held at Fleet Feet Huntsville on Friday from 12:00 PM 6:00 PM.
Please note: There will be no race day packet pick-up.

Location
All races will take place at:
John Hunt Park
2151 Airport Road
Huntsville, AL 35801

Course Details
The course features a rubberized surface loop approximately 1.7 miles in length, designed to be easy on the legs and ideal for distance events.
The final loop distance for finishers will be announced prior to the race start.

Start Times
6:00 AM 6 Hour, 12 Hour, 24 Hour, 50 Mile
7:00 AM Marathon, 50K
6:00 PM 5K, 10K, Half Marathon
Aid Station & Food
A fully stocked aid station will be available throughout the event, including:

Fresh fruit
Energy gels
Hydration (including Coke products)
Sandwiches
Candy
Well also have food trucks on site throughout the day.

At various times, well be serving hot food such as:

Grilled cheese
Pancakes
And possibly burgers and pizza
(We like to keep things fun and flexible!)

Awards
All finishers will receive awards in recognition of their accomplishment.

Camping
Overnight camping will be allowed on Saturday night, providing a great opportunity to relax and connect with fellow runners.

Registration Cap
This is a FREE event, and participation will be limited to 250 runners.
Be sure to register early to secure your spot.

This event is sponsored by Karhu.

UPDATE!

Huntsvilles first 24-hour running event will be held at JOHN HUNT PARK!

In traditional 24-hour format, participants may run continuously or take breaks as needed throughout the event. Runners are welcome to rest, refuel, socialize, or compete without stopping. In addition to the 24-hour event, race options will include a 6-hour, 12-hour, Marathon, 50K, and 50-mile race.

The goal of this event is to provide an inclusive environment where runners of all abilities can come together to run fast, run slow, and run long.

Aid stations will be available for all participants; however, runners are encouraged to bring their preferred nutrition and supplies. Personal tents and setups are welcome for those planning to stay for extended periods. The event will be chip timed.

EVENT DISTANCES

Marathon

50K

50 Mile

6 hours

12 hours

24 hours

5K -night

10K - night

Half Marathon - night

Team of up to 6 members are permitted for the 12 & 24 events

Overnight Camping

Food Stations

AWARDS

Awards will be presented to the top overall male and female finishers in each race category, including the 24-hour, 12-hour, 6-hour, Marathon, 50K, and 50-mile events. Additional awards and recognition may be offered based on participation and performance. All finishers will receive official results and recognition for their accomplishments.

Special finishers awards for all.

Top 3 Male & Female each event

Top 3 Male Masters & Female Masters each event

Over Team Award each event

No age group awards

Party Atmosphere!

Packet Pick-up will be at Fleet Feet Huntsville on Friday

Time: 10-6

Races

  • In It for the Long Run - 6 Hours

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sat 16th May 2026 (6:00AM CDT)

    Free

  • In It for the Long Run - 12 Hours

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sat 16th May 2026 (6:00AM CDT)

    Free

  • In It for the Long Run - 24 Hours

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sat 16th May 2026 (6:00AM CDT)

    Free

  • In It for the Long Run - Marathon

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sat 16th May 2026 (7:00AM CDT)

    Free

  • In It for the Long Run - 50K

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sat 16th May 2026 (7:00AM CDT)

    Free

  • In It for the Long Run - 50 Mile

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sat 16th May 2026 (6:00AM CDT)

    Free

  • In It for the Long Run - 5K but Longer - 2 Loops

    Sat 16th May 2026 (6:00PM CDT)

    Free

  • In It for the Long Run 10K or Longer 4 Loops

    Sat 16th May 2026 (6:00PM CDT)

    Free

  • In It for the Long Run Half Marathon or Longer

    Sat 16th May 2026 (6:00PM CDT)

    Free

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Location

2801 15th Ave SW, Huntsville, 35805, AL, United States

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