Run of the Century
- Date Sat 24th January 2026 - Sun 25th January 2026
- Time 7:00AM CST
- Location Pelham, Alabama
- Price $80.50 - $160.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances Ultra
Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Run of the Century, taking place on January 24th and 25th, 2026, in the stunning Pelham, Shelby area. This unique 24-hour endurance event invites both solo participants and relay teams of 2 to 5 to tackle the ultimate challenge of 100 miles, all while enjoying a vibrant festival atmosphere. The scenic course consists of five 20-mile loops through the picturesque Oak Mountain State Park, providing a beautiful backdrop for your endurance journey.
The Run of the Century is more than just a race; it's an immersive experience centered around community, joy, and pushing personal limits. Participants can choose their own challenge, whether striving for the full 100 miles, sharing the distance with teammates, or using the time for training. Throughout the event, you'll have access to wellness and recovery clinics, nutrition demos, and expert-led sessions to enhance your skills and keep you motivated. Set up your own tent at the start line, and enjoy the camaraderie and shared energy of fellow runners. Whether you reach the 100-mile mark or not, this event promises to be a celebration of endurance, connection, and achievement. Don't miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable experience!
The Run of the Century is more than just a race; it's an immersive experience centered around community, joy, and pushing personal limits. Participants can choose their own challenge, whether striving for the full 100 miles, sharing the distance with teammates, or using the time for training. Throughout the event, you'll have access to wellness and recovery clinics, nutrition demos, and expert-led sessions to enhance your skills and keep you motivated. Set up your own tent at the start line, and enjoy the camaraderie and shared energy of fellow runners. Whether you reach the 100-mile mark or not, this event promises to be a celebration of endurance, connection, and achievement. Don't miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable experience!
Organiser's Description
FINISH LINE EVENTS PRESENTS:
_Run of the Century Endurance Meets Experience_
WHAT IT IS:
A 24-hour, 100-mile road challenge where individuals can attempt the full distance soloor share the load in 2- to 5-person relay teams. The course is 5, 20-mile loops inside Oak Mountain State Park.
THE VIBE:
More than a racethis is an endurance-focused experience built around community, joy, and pushing limits. Its about testing your resolve, training hard, and doing it all within a festival-like atmosphere where your completion is the achievementnot your rank.
WHY IT WORKS:
Choose your own challenge: Whether youre chasing the full 100 miles, splitting the distance with teammates, or simply using the time to train, you set the pace and the goal within the 24-hour window. Movement + community: Solo runners and relay teams share the same course, creating camaraderie, shared energy, and motivation all day and night.
Wellness and recovery at the core: Between your miles, immerse yourself in recovery clinics, training with pros, stretching zones, and nutrition demos to refine your endurance skills.
Festival atmosphere: Expect a lively infield of vendor activations, expert-led sessions, group clinics, and social spacesall built to support, connect, and celebrate runners.
We encourage all solo participants and relay teams to set up a 10x10 tent space, located at our Start line. There are ample restrooms, electricity, showers, and space. Feel free to decorate and own your area!
WHAT YOU GAIN:
A high-energy endurance test that feels meaningful whether or not you reach 100 miles.
Expert guidance on strength, mobility, nutrition, and pacing.
A supportive community, camaraderie, and shared triumphs on the road and beyond.
A unique blend of grit and enjoymentchallenge yourself, learn, recover, celebrate.
_100 miles in 24 hours: Endure, Recover, Connect - your ultimate road challenge."_
_Run of the Century Endurance Meets Experience_
WHAT IT IS:
A 24-hour, 100-mile road challenge where individuals can attempt the full distance soloor share the load in 2- to 5-person relay teams. The course is 5, 20-mile loops inside Oak Mountain State Park.
THE VIBE:
More than a racethis is an endurance-focused experience built around community, joy, and pushing limits. Its about testing your resolve, training hard, and doing it all within a festival-like atmosphere where your completion is the achievementnot your rank.
WHY IT WORKS:
Choose your own challenge: Whether youre chasing the full 100 miles, splitting the distance with teammates, or simply using the time to train, you set the pace and the goal within the 24-hour window. Movement + community: Solo runners and relay teams share the same course, creating camaraderie, shared energy, and motivation all day and night.
Wellness and recovery at the core: Between your miles, immerse yourself in recovery clinics, training with pros, stretching zones, and nutrition demos to refine your endurance skills.
Festival atmosphere: Expect a lively infield of vendor activations, expert-led sessions, group clinics, and social spacesall built to support, connect, and celebrate runners.
We encourage all solo participants and relay teams to set up a 10x10 tent space, located at our Start line. There are ample restrooms, electricity, showers, and space. Feel free to decorate and own your area!
WHAT YOU GAIN:
A high-energy endurance test that feels meaningful whether or not you reach 100 miles.
Expert guidance on strength, mobility, nutrition, and pacing.
A supportive community, camaraderie, and shared triumphs on the road and beyond.
A unique blend of grit and enjoymentchallenge yourself, learn, recover, celebrate.
_100 miles in 24 hours: Endure, Recover, Connect - your ultimate road challenge."_
Races
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Run of the Century - Solo 100
Incl. $10.00 Fee & High Visibility Running Swag
Sat 24th January 2026 (7:00AM CST)
$160.00
Rules: Runners must *always* wear some type of high-visibility clothing on course. Also, headlamps are required for evening hours. -
Run of the Century - Individual Relay
Incl. $5.50 Fee & High Visibility Running Swag
Sat 24th January 2026 (7:00AM CST)
$80.50
Relay Teams may have 2-5 participants. Please correspond with the Race Director for team name and its participants. Rules: Runners must *always* wear some type of high-visibility clothing on course. Also, headlamps are required for evening hours.
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Location
200 Terrace Drive, Pelham, 35124, AL, United States
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