The Trak Shak Retro Run 5K
- Date Sat 26th July 2025
- Time 7:00PM CDT
- Location Homewood, Alabama
- Price $11.60 - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the highly anticipated Trak Shak Retro Run 5K, happening on Saturday, July 26, 2025, in the vibrant community of Homewood, Jefferson! This exciting event promises a fantastic blend of fitness and fun as participants race through the picturesque streets while enjoying the lively atmosphere. Runners can look forward to great food from Oak Hill Bar & Grill, refreshing beverages, and nostalgic tunes that will keep spirits high throughout the event.
Join in the fun as you not only compete in the 5K but also have the chance to showcase your creativity in the infamous costume contest, where the winner will receive a $100 cash prize! With a fantastic lineup of activities, including awards for top finishers and age group winners, this is an event you won't want to miss. Registration kicks off at 4 PM, with the race commencing at 7 PM. Afterward, stick around for delicious food, awards, and the costume contest. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a good time, the Trak Shak Retro Run 5K is the perfect way to celebrate summer and community spirit!
Join in the fun as you not only compete in the 5K but also have the chance to showcase your creativity in the infamous costume contest, where the winner will receive a $100 cash prize! With a fantastic lineup of activities, including awards for top finishers and age group winners, this is an event you won't want to miss. Registration kicks off at 4 PM, with the race commencing at 7 PM. Afterward, stick around for delicious food, awards, and the costume contest. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a good time, the Trak Shak Retro Run 5K is the perfect way to celebrate summer and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
The last Saturday in July! Our favorite 5K of the year! The Trak Shak Retro Run 5K is ready for 2024! Race through the beautiful streets of Homewood, and enjoy great food from Oak Hill Bar & Grill, ice cold beverages and some old school tunes outside on "The Curb"! Your entry fee gets you a bib, a tee, and a beer/food ticket.
The infamous costume contest will be after the run. The winner gets $100 CASH! Participants in the costume contest must run the 5K, are randomly selected, and will be summoned to the stage after the race! Retro could be anything you consider it to be, so impress us with YOUR retro!
PACKET PICK UP:
Friday, July 25 - 11 to 5 PM at The Trak Shak Homewood
Saturday, July 26 - 4 to 6:50 PM at The Trak Shak Homewood
RACE DAY:
Race Starts at 7 PM directly in front of The Trak Shak! Here's the COURSE [https://routes.rungoapp.com/route/LDMO4LJv7c].
There will be one water stop on Manhattan St. participants will go by twice, hosted and entertained by the Birmingham Track Club.
All Birmingham Track Club members get 20% off their registration!
AWARDS:
1st Place Overall Male & Female - $100 Cash
1st Place Masters Male & Female (40 & Over) - $50 Cash
Top Male & Female in each Age Group get Goodr Sunglasses (Age Groups - 9 & Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 & Older)
NEW for 2025! The Downtown Homewood Twilight 5K Triple Crown.
SCHEDULE:
4:00 - Registration and packet pick up starts
6:45 - EW Motion Therapy Warm Up
7:00 - Race Starts
7:30 - Food Service Starts (menu from Oak Hill Bar & Grill)
8:00 - Awards ceremony starts.
8:10 - Costume contest
8:30 til ? - Music and Drinks
The infamous costume contest will be after the run. The winner gets $100 CASH! Participants in the costume contest must run the 5K, are randomly selected, and will be summoned to the stage after the race! Retro could be anything you consider it to be, so impress us with YOUR retro!
PACKET PICK UP:
Friday, July 25 - 11 to 5 PM at The Trak Shak Homewood
Saturday, July 26 - 4 to 6:50 PM at The Trak Shak Homewood
RACE DAY:
Race Starts at 7 PM directly in front of The Trak Shak! Here's the COURSE [https://routes.rungoapp.com/route/LDMO4LJv7c].
There will be one water stop on Manhattan St. participants will go by twice, hosted and entertained by the Birmingham Track Club.
All Birmingham Track Club members get 20% off their registration!
AWARDS:
1st Place Overall Male & Female - $100 Cash
1st Place Masters Male & Female (40 & Over) - $50 Cash
Top Male & Female in each Age Group get Goodr Sunglasses (Age Groups - 9 & Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 & Older)
NEW for 2025! The Downtown Homewood Twilight 5K Triple Crown.
SCHEDULE:
4:00 - Registration and packet pick up starts
6:45 - EW Motion Therapy Warm Up
7:00 - Race Starts
7:30 - Food Service Starts (menu from Oak Hill Bar & Grill)
8:00 - Awards ceremony starts.
8:10 - Costume contest
8:30 til ? - Music and Drinks
Races
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The Trak Shak Retro Run 5K
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th July 2025 (7:00PM CDT)
$38.10
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The Trak Shak Retro Run Food & Beer Ticket
Incl. $1.60 Fee
Sat 26th July 2025 (7:00PM CDT)
$11.60
OPENS MAY 25Don't feel like running a 5K? Purchase a ticket to enjoy food catered by Oak Hill Bar & Grill and beer from Birmingham Budweiser.
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