UAH Homecoming Pump & Run 5k
- Date Sat 21st February 2026
- Time 9:15AM CST
- Location Huntsville, Alabama
- Price $48.70
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and fun at the UAH Homecoming Pump & Run 5K on Saturday, February 21, 2026! This vibrant event, held at the University Fitness Center, invites everyone—students, alumni, and community members alike—to participate in a thrilling 5K race that promises to be both competitive and enjoyable.
Registration and packet pick-up will kick off at 8:00 a.m., leading up to the race start at 9:15 a.m. Make sure to arrive early, as no new registrations will be accepted after 9:00 a.m. The race features a USATF Certified 5K Course, and participants will have the unique opportunity to earn time reductions through bench-press reps, making this event truly one-of-a-kind! Medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in both men's and women's divisions, and every participant will receive a commemorative event T-shirt.
After the race, join in on the UAH Homecoming festivities, including Sideline at the Slab from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m., featuring free drinks and food for all attendees, along with a beer tent for those over 21. Don't miss
Registration and packet pick-up will kick off at 8:00 a.m., leading up to the race start at 9:15 a.m. Make sure to arrive early, as no new registrations will be accepted after 9:00 a.m. The race features a USATF Certified 5K Course, and participants will have the unique opportunity to earn time reductions through bench-press reps, making this event truly one-of-a-kind! Medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in both men's and women's divisions, and every participant will receive a commemorative event T-shirt.
After the race, join in on the UAH Homecoming festivities, including Sideline at the Slab from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m., featuring free drinks and food for all attendees, along with a beer tent for those over 21. Don't miss
Organiser's Description
This year for UAH's Homecoming Weekend The FIT UAH Recreation is partnering with Student Life to bring you the UAH Homecoming Pump & Run 5K on February 21, 2026. We welcome everyone whether you are UAH Affiliated or Not to come out and join us for the 5k festivities!
Race day registration & race day packet pick-up will begin at 8:00 a.m., with the race itself launching at 9:15 a.m. NO new race registration will be allowed after 9:00 am. The course will the a USATF Certified 5K Course [https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=r&id=3426]! Medals will be awarded to the Top Three fastest times in both Men's and Women's Division and all participants will receive an affiliated event T-Shirt! Race will be chip timed and the award ceremony will commence following the conclusion of the 5k.
During race day registration & packet pick-up participants can complete bench-press reps to take time off their 5K finish time. Women will be asked to complete reps with a weight of 55lbs & men will complete reps with 135lbs. Each successful rep will deduct 10 seconds from their finish time. Participants will be able to complete reps until they fail or they re-rack the bar.
Snacks, water, and refreshments will be provided at the University Fitness Center where the race will start! We look forward to seeing you UAH Homecoming Pump & Run 5K!
Post race participants are invited to UAH Homecoming festivities, Sideline at the Slab from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. on February 21st. Free drinks and food for all in attendance. College of Business will be hosting a beer tent for all over the age of 21 to enjoy FREE BEER!
Further questions, comments, or concerns can be directed to _MIGUEL CORTES_, Fitness and Group Exercise Coordinator, _MAC0058@UAH.EDU & 256-824-5521_
Race day registration & race day packet pick-up will begin at 8:00 a.m., with the race itself launching at 9:15 a.m. NO new race registration will be allowed after 9:00 am. The course will the a USATF Certified 5K Course [https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=r&id=3426]! Medals will be awarded to the Top Three fastest times in both Men's and Women's Division and all participants will receive an affiliated event T-Shirt! Race will be chip timed and the award ceremony will commence following the conclusion of the 5k.
During race day registration & packet pick-up participants can complete bench-press reps to take time off their 5K finish time. Women will be asked to complete reps with a weight of 55lbs & men will complete reps with 135lbs. Each successful rep will deduct 10 seconds from their finish time. Participants will be able to complete reps until they fail or they re-rack the bar.
Snacks, water, and refreshments will be provided at the University Fitness Center where the race will start! We look forward to seeing you UAH Homecoming Pump & Run 5K!
Post race participants are invited to UAH Homecoming festivities, Sideline at the Slab from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. on February 21st. Free drinks and food for all in attendance. College of Business will be hosting a beer tent for all over the age of 21 to enjoy FREE BEER!
Further questions, comments, or concerns can be directed to _MIGUEL CORTES_, Fitness and Group Exercise Coordinator, _MAC0058@UAH.EDU & 256-824-5521_
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UAH Homecoming Pump & Run 5K
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 21st February 2026 (9:15AM CST)
$48.70
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