Von Braun Center 5K Music Run
- Date Sat 30th August 2025
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Huntsville, Alabama
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the exciting Von Braun Center 5K Music Run, taking place on Saturday, August 30, 2025, in the vibrant heart of Huntsville, Madison! Kicking off at 8:00 a.m. from Monroe Street near the VBC Propst Arena lobby, this spirited event promises an unforgettable experience as you run through the scenic streets of downtown, all while enjoying live music performances by local artists along the route.
As part of the celebration for the Von Braun Center's 50th anniversary and the launch of Huntsville Music Month, participants will not only enjoy a newly designed, runner-approved course but also receive a commemorative medal and a race t-shirt (be sure to register by August 4 for guaranteed availability!). After crossing the finish line at the VBC Mars Music Hall, celebrate your accomplishment at the lively after-party featuring the JUICE Band, with refreshments provided by Coca-Cola. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to combine fitness with fun—register now to secure your spot in this exhilarating 5K!
As part of the celebration for the Von Braun Center's 50th anniversary and the launch of Huntsville Music Month, participants will not only enjoy a newly designed, runner-approved course but also receive a commemorative medal and a race t-shirt (be sure to register by August 4 for guaranteed availability!). After crossing the finish line at the VBC Mars Music Hall, celebrate your accomplishment at the lively after-party featuring the JUICE Band, with refreshments provided by Coca-Cola. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to combine fitness with fun—register now to secure your spot in this exhilarating 5K!
Organiser's Description
DATE:
Saturday, August 30, 2025, at 8:00 a.m.
- Lineup & starting line: Monroe Street in front of the VBC Propst Arena lobby
- Finish line & after party: VBC Mars Music Hall
ABOUT:
Were back for YEAR TWO of the VBC 5K Music Run!
Join us for a COMMEMORATIVE RUN THROUGH DOWNTOWN HUNTSVILLE as we continue celebrating the Von Braun Centers 50th anniversaryand kick off HUNTSVILLE MUSIC MONTH in stride!
For five decades, the VBC has been your place to CELEBRATE, CHEER, AND SING ALONG to your favorite bands. Now, the stage is expanding into the streets with help from the HUNTSVILLE MUSIC OFFICE, LOCAL MUSICIANS WILL PERFORM LIVE ALONG THE ROUTEfrom the starting line to the finish and every mile in between!
EVERY RUNNER RECEIVES:
- A COMMEMORATIVE MEDAL
- A RACE T-SHIRT
_(Register by Monday, August 4 to guarantee availability)_
REGISTRATION INFO:
- RACE REGISTRATION: $35 plus fees
- ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES: Wednesday, August 27 at midnight
- WALK-UP REGISTRATION (if not sold out): Race day from 630 AM
_warning We sold out in 2024register early to secure your spot!_
COURSE INFO:
We heard you, and were doing it right this year!
After last years route came up just shy of a full 5K, weve partnered with the EXPERTS AT FLEET FEET HUNTSVILLE to help design a runner-approved course for 2025. This years route winds through the PAVED STREETS OF DOWNTOWN HUNTSVILLE and finishes at the VBC MARS MUSIC HALL with a live music after party featuring the band JUICE- sponsored by Lee and Company!
- STROLLERS ARE NOT PERMITTED ON THE COURSE
- NEW ROUTE FOR 2025!
Coca-Cola is donating bottled water and Powerade at the finish line!
As an added benefit, runners and their fans can walk next door for a celebratory brunch at Rhythm On Monroe, which will be opening early at 9 am and serving $3 Mimosas and $9 Bloody Marys.
PACKET PICKUP:
FRIDAY, AUGUST 29-11:00 AM 6:00 PM
Fleet Feet Huntsville; located at 2722 Carl T Jones Dr. SE B2, Huntsville, AL 35802
RACE DAY PICKUP- 6:30 7:30 AM at the VBC
MUSIC LINEUP PRESENTED BY HUNTSVILLE MUSIC OFFICE:
Starting Line: Brandon Elder
Route Performance: Morgan Sloan & Tunie The Tune Bus
Route Performance: Charles & Tanya Harris
Route Performance: Josh Allison
Finish Line & After Party: The JUICE Band
THANK YOU SPONSORS!
Saturday, August 30, 2025, at 8:00 a.m.
- Lineup & starting line: Monroe Street in front of the VBC Propst Arena lobby
- Finish line & after party: VBC Mars Music Hall
ABOUT:
Were back for YEAR TWO of the VBC 5K Music Run!
Join us for a COMMEMORATIVE RUN THROUGH DOWNTOWN HUNTSVILLE as we continue celebrating the Von Braun Centers 50th anniversaryand kick off HUNTSVILLE MUSIC MONTH in stride!
For five decades, the VBC has been your place to CELEBRATE, CHEER, AND SING ALONG to your favorite bands. Now, the stage is expanding into the streets with help from the HUNTSVILLE MUSIC OFFICE, LOCAL MUSICIANS WILL PERFORM LIVE ALONG THE ROUTEfrom the starting line to the finish and every mile in between!
EVERY RUNNER RECEIVES:
- A COMMEMORATIVE MEDAL
- A RACE T-SHIRT
_(Register by Monday, August 4 to guarantee availability)_
REGISTRATION INFO:
- RACE REGISTRATION: $35 plus fees
- ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES: Wednesday, August 27 at midnight
- WALK-UP REGISTRATION (if not sold out): Race day from 630 AM
_warning We sold out in 2024register early to secure your spot!_
COURSE INFO:
We heard you, and were doing it right this year!
After last years route came up just shy of a full 5K, weve partnered with the EXPERTS AT FLEET FEET HUNTSVILLE to help design a runner-approved course for 2025. This years route winds through the PAVED STREETS OF DOWNTOWN HUNTSVILLE and finishes at the VBC MARS MUSIC HALL with a live music after party featuring the band JUICE- sponsored by Lee and Company!
- STROLLERS ARE NOT PERMITTED ON THE COURSE
- NEW ROUTE FOR 2025!
Coca-Cola is donating bottled water and Powerade at the finish line!
As an added benefit, runners and their fans can walk next door for a celebratory brunch at Rhythm On Monroe, which will be opening early at 9 am and serving $3 Mimosas and $9 Bloody Marys.
PACKET PICKUP:
FRIDAY, AUGUST 29-11:00 AM 6:00 PM
Fleet Feet Huntsville; located at 2722 Carl T Jones Dr. SE B2, Huntsville, AL 35802
RACE DAY PICKUP- 6:30 7:30 AM at the VBC
MUSIC LINEUP PRESENTED BY HUNTSVILLE MUSIC OFFICE:
Starting Line: Brandon Elder
Route Performance: Morgan Sloan & Tunie The Tune Bus
Route Performance: Charles & Tanya Harris
Route Performance: Josh Allison
Finish Line & After Party: The JUICE Band
THANK YOU SPONSORS!
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Steve
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