Run the Runway: Pryor Field 5k
- Date Sat 25th April 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Tanner, Alabama
- Price $27.50 - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Run the Runway: Pryor Field 5K on Saturday, April 25, 2026, in Tanner, Limestone! This unique and fun-filled event invites runners of all ages to experience the thrill of racing on an active airport runway. The USATF-certified 5K course winds past stunning private planes and jets, glides along the taxiway, and even offers a view of an authentic World War II hangar. It's not just about the 5K; the event also features a 1 Mile Fun Run, perfect for young aviators eager to experience the excitement of the airport environment.
Whether you're chasing a personal record or enjoying a fun day out with family and friends, the Run the Runway event promises an unforgettable race day filled with sights, sounds, and memories. Participants can look forward to custom finisher medals, exciting awards in various age categories, and delicious food trucks on-site. With early packet pickup available, you’ll be ready to take off on race day! Don't miss this chance to combine your love for running and aviation in a spectacular setting!
Whether you're chasing a personal record or enjoying a fun day out with family and friends, the Run the Runway event promises an unforgettable race day filled with sights, sounds, and memories. Participants can look forward to custom finisher medals, exciting awards in various age categories, and delicious food trucks on-site. With early packet pickup available, you’ll be ready to take off on race day! Don't miss this chance to combine your love for running and aviation in a spectacular setting!
Organiser's Description
EVENT
Get ready for a race day thats as fun to explore as it is to run. The Run the Runway: Pryor Field 5K isnt your typical straightline airport race this new USATFcertified course winds past open hangars full of private planes and jets, cruises by the helipad, glides down the runway and taxiway, and even takes runners right by an authentic World War II hanger. Its flat, fast, and packed with things to see along the way.
And its not just for the grownups bring the whole crew out for the 1 Mile Fun Run. A kidfriendly dash that lets young runners experience the excitement of being on an active airport and a fast and flat, state record ready 1 Mile USATF certified course. Its the perfect way to spark your love for aviation and experience the raceday energy.
Whether youre chasing a PR, jogging with friends, or cheering on your little aviators, Run the Runway: Pryor Field 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run deliver a race day full of aircraft sights and racing memories.
COURSE
USATF Certified 5K and 1 Mile Courses that starts at the Airport Authority Flight Center and winds down portions of the Runway, Taxiway, and Hanger spaces while avoiding the typical dreaded long straightaways of other run the runway type events. Its still fast and flat!
5K USATF Certification #AL26020JE [https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate?type=r&id=11788] - https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/441652253
1 Miles USATF Certification #AL26023JE [https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate?type=r&id=11789] - https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/441652235
AMENITIES, FEATURES, AND HIGHLIGHTS
SWAG
The first 150 registered 5K participants receive a short-sleeve technical race shirt, sponsor filled race packet, and special access to view the numerous aircraft at Pryor Field
All finishers of the 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run will receive custom, unique Finisher Medals for each distance. Register for both distances to collect them all!
FOOD
We will have food truck(s) on-site
MEDALS AND PRIZES
All finishers of the 5K and Fun Run will receive a custom Finisher Medal
Awards for 5K Overall Male/Female, Masters (40+) Male/Female, GrandMasters Male/Female (60+), and 1st, 2nd, 3rd Male/Female Age Groups (12U, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+)
AID STATION
There will be two aid and recovery stations, one aid station will be available at the START/FINISH line area and one between mile 1 and 2 of the course. The START/FINISH line are aid station will have hydration, first aid, snacks, and electrolytes.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
EARLY PACKET PICK-UP
Friday, April 24th from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Pryor Airport Authority Flight Center 22511 Stearman Way, Tanner, AL 35671
AND
Friday, April 24th from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at the Booth #19 at the Athens Fridays After Five Festival, Athens Square corner of W. Washington St and S. Marion St.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
Packet Pick-up and In-person Registration: 7:00-7:45 AM
Announcements and 5K call to start: 7:45 AM
5K Race Start: 8:00 AM
Fun Run Start: 9:00 AM
Awards: 9:30 AM
FAQ
WHERE IS THE RACE? Pryor Field Airport
WHEN IS THE EVENT? Saturday, April 25th, 2026 - 8:00 am CT RACE START
WHAT TIME SHOULD I ARRIVE? If you can't make it to early packet pick-up on Friday, April 24th, please plan to arrive prior to 7:30 AM to leave yourself adequate time to get check-in, receive your runner packet, and get warmed up
CAN I REGISTER ON RACE DAY? Yes -- we will allow race day registrations up until 15 minutes before race start, but please arrive early as there will be a line and we will have to shut-off registrations at 7:45 AM to support our planned start time
WHERE DO I GET MY PACKET? Early Packet Pickup for the Race will be held at Pryor Airport Authority Flight Center on Friday, April 24th from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM and at Booth #19 on the corners of W. Washington St. and S. Marion St. at the Athens Fridays After Five Festival, Athens Square on Friday, April 24th from 5:00-8:00 PM or you can pick up your race packet starting at 7:00 am race day morning at the Pryor Field Airport Flight Center.
IM PART OF A GROUP THATS RUNNING TOGETHER. CAN I PICK UP EVERYONES BIB? Yes! All youll need is their full name and everyone will be ready to take-off on Race Day!
ARE T-SHIRTS INCLUDED WITH REGISTRATION? Yes, if you register before the t-shirt deadline your exclusive race tee in the size you order is 100% guaranteed! Race shirts are available to the first 150 registered 5K runners!
WHEN IS THE DEADLINE TO REGISTER AND BE GUARANTEED A T-SHIRT? End of day February 25th. After the deadline, shirts will be available in limited quantities/sizes as you register and can be selected while you check out on a first-come, first-served basis for 5K participants while inventory lasts.
ARE THERE MEDALS? Yes! All finishers of the 5K and Fun Run will receive custom Finisher Medals.
Prizes and awards will be handed out for the top overall female and male runners, and top overall Masters (40+) and GrandMasters (60+) divisions and 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place medals are awarded to the top three female and male finishers in each of the 10-year age groups.
WHAT ARE THE AGE GROUPS? Male and Female groups for 1-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
WHERE DO I PARK? FREE Parking is available on-site at the Pryor Airport Authority with overflow parking at the Calhoun Community College Campus
ARE STROLLERS ALLOWED? Yes, strollers are welcome at the back of the pack.
ARE BIKES, HOVERBOARDS, SCOOTERS, SKATEBOARDS, PUSH BIKES, UNICYCLES OR WAGONS ALLOWED ON COURSE?
Were sorry, but only runners, joggers, walkers, baby strollers/joggers, restrained pets and wheelchairs are allowed
ARE PETS ALLOWED? Yes! Well-socialized and leashed dogs are welcome at the back of the pack. This rule is strictly ENFORCED. If you would like a Gun Time start offset for starting at the back of the pack with your dog, please speak with the race timer prior to race start.
IS THE RACE TIMED? Yes, this event is professionally RFID chip timed by Race Ready Events
IS THE 5K COURSE CERTIFIED? Yes, the 5K course is USATF certified #AL26020JE [https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate?type=r&id=11788]
IS THE 1 MILE COURSE CERTIFIED? Yes, the 1 Mile course is USATF certified #AL26023JE [https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate?type=r&id=11789]
DOES THE 5K COURSE HAVE HILLS? Not really. Because the course is on along an active Airport Runway, there aren't any hills along the course of significant grade (<3%).
DO I HAVE TO BE AN EXPERIENCED RUNNER? No all ages and paces are welcome!
ID LIKE TO PARTICIPATE. CAN I JUST WALK? Absolutely! We always have people who want to walk, so you will not be alone!
I HAVE MORE QUESTIONS! Please drop us a line and we'd love to help!
Get ready for a race day thats as fun to explore as it is to run. The Run the Runway: Pryor Field 5K isnt your typical straightline airport race this new USATFcertified course winds past open hangars full of private planes and jets, cruises by the helipad, glides down the runway and taxiway, and even takes runners right by an authentic World War II hanger. Its flat, fast, and packed with things to see along the way.
And its not just for the grownups bring the whole crew out for the 1 Mile Fun Run. A kidfriendly dash that lets young runners experience the excitement of being on an active airport and a fast and flat, state record ready 1 Mile USATF certified course. Its the perfect way to spark your love for aviation and experience the raceday energy.
Whether youre chasing a PR, jogging with friends, or cheering on your little aviators, Run the Runway: Pryor Field 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run deliver a race day full of aircraft sights and racing memories.
COURSE
USATF Certified 5K and 1 Mile Courses that starts at the Airport Authority Flight Center and winds down portions of the Runway, Taxiway, and Hanger spaces while avoiding the typical dreaded long straightaways of other run the runway type events. Its still fast and flat!
5K USATF Certification #AL26020JE [https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate?type=r&id=11788] - https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/441652253
1 Miles USATF Certification #AL26023JE [https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate?type=r&id=11789] - https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/441652235
AMENITIES, FEATURES, AND HIGHLIGHTS
SWAG
The first 150 registered 5K participants receive a short-sleeve technical race shirt, sponsor filled race packet, and special access to view the numerous aircraft at Pryor Field
All finishers of the 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run will receive custom, unique Finisher Medals for each distance. Register for both distances to collect them all!
FOOD
We will have food truck(s) on-site
MEDALS AND PRIZES
All finishers of the 5K and Fun Run will receive a custom Finisher Medal
Awards for 5K Overall Male/Female, Masters (40+) Male/Female, GrandMasters Male/Female (60+), and 1st, 2nd, 3rd Male/Female Age Groups (12U, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+)
AID STATION
There will be two aid and recovery stations, one aid station will be available at the START/FINISH line area and one between mile 1 and 2 of the course. The START/FINISH line are aid station will have hydration, first aid, snacks, and electrolytes.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
EARLY PACKET PICK-UP
Friday, April 24th from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Pryor Airport Authority Flight Center 22511 Stearman Way, Tanner, AL 35671
AND
Friday, April 24th from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at the Booth #19 at the Athens Fridays After Five Festival, Athens Square corner of W. Washington St and S. Marion St.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
Packet Pick-up and In-person Registration: 7:00-7:45 AM
Announcements and 5K call to start: 7:45 AM
5K Race Start: 8:00 AM
Fun Run Start: 9:00 AM
Awards: 9:30 AM
FAQ
WHERE IS THE RACE? Pryor Field Airport
WHEN IS THE EVENT? Saturday, April 25th, 2026 - 8:00 am CT RACE START
WHAT TIME SHOULD I ARRIVE? If you can't make it to early packet pick-up on Friday, April 24th, please plan to arrive prior to 7:30 AM to leave yourself adequate time to get check-in, receive your runner packet, and get warmed up
CAN I REGISTER ON RACE DAY? Yes -- we will allow race day registrations up until 15 minutes before race start, but please arrive early as there will be a line and we will have to shut-off registrations at 7:45 AM to support our planned start time
WHERE DO I GET MY PACKET? Early Packet Pickup for the Race will be held at Pryor Airport Authority Flight Center on Friday, April 24th from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM and at Booth #19 on the corners of W. Washington St. and S. Marion St. at the Athens Fridays After Five Festival, Athens Square on Friday, April 24th from 5:00-8:00 PM or you can pick up your race packet starting at 7:00 am race day morning at the Pryor Field Airport Flight Center.
IM PART OF A GROUP THATS RUNNING TOGETHER. CAN I PICK UP EVERYONES BIB? Yes! All youll need is their full name and everyone will be ready to take-off on Race Day!
ARE T-SHIRTS INCLUDED WITH REGISTRATION? Yes, if you register before the t-shirt deadline your exclusive race tee in the size you order is 100% guaranteed! Race shirts are available to the first 150 registered 5K runners!
WHEN IS THE DEADLINE TO REGISTER AND BE GUARANTEED A T-SHIRT? End of day February 25th. After the deadline, shirts will be available in limited quantities/sizes as you register and can be selected while you check out on a first-come, first-served basis for 5K participants while inventory lasts.
ARE THERE MEDALS? Yes! All finishers of the 5K and Fun Run will receive custom Finisher Medals.
Prizes and awards will be handed out for the top overall female and male runners, and top overall Masters (40+) and GrandMasters (60+) divisions and 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place medals are awarded to the top three female and male finishers in each of the 10-year age groups.
WHAT ARE THE AGE GROUPS? Male and Female groups for 1-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
WHERE DO I PARK? FREE Parking is available on-site at the Pryor Airport Authority with overflow parking at the Calhoun Community College Campus
ARE STROLLERS ALLOWED? Yes, strollers are welcome at the back of the pack.
ARE BIKES, HOVERBOARDS, SCOOTERS, SKATEBOARDS, PUSH BIKES, UNICYCLES OR WAGONS ALLOWED ON COURSE?
Were sorry, but only runners, joggers, walkers, baby strollers/joggers, restrained pets and wheelchairs are allowed
ARE PETS ALLOWED? Yes! Well-socialized and leashed dogs are welcome at the back of the pack. This rule is strictly ENFORCED. If you would like a Gun Time start offset for starting at the back of the pack with your dog, please speak with the race timer prior to race start.
IS THE RACE TIMED? Yes, this event is professionally RFID chip timed by Race Ready Events
IS THE 5K COURSE CERTIFIED? Yes, the 5K course is USATF certified #AL26020JE [https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate?type=r&id=11788]
IS THE 1 MILE COURSE CERTIFIED? Yes, the 1 Mile course is USATF certified #AL26023JE [https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate?type=r&id=11789]
DOES THE 5K COURSE HAVE HILLS? Not really. Because the course is on along an active Airport Runway, there aren't any hills along the course of significant grade (<3%).
DO I HAVE TO BE AN EXPERIENCED RUNNER? No all ages and paces are welcome!
ID LIKE TO PARTICIPATE. CAN I JUST WALK? Absolutely! We always have people who want to walk, so you will not be alone!
I HAVE MORE QUESTIONS! Please drop us a line and we'd love to help!
Races
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5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 25th April 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$38.10
CLOSED -
1 Mile Fun Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sat 25th April 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$27.50
CLOSED
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