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Marathon Rocket City
Huntsville, United States
December 12, 2026 to December 13, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km+1
City RunCulture & History+2
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Running events in Alabama
13 verified events (2 confirmed dates) and 38 races in Alabama with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events132 confirmed dates
Competitions38Races & courses
Distances1.6 - 161.9 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+7,610 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Canyons Endurance Runs by UTMB
Auburn, United States
April 23, 2027 to April 24, 2027Date confirmed
161 km100 km50 km25 km
MountainNature & Off-Road+3
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Pie Gobbler Montgomery
Montgomery, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km1.61 km
City RunPublic Park
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Blood Rock 100 Mile
Pelham, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
161.9 km80 km55 km25 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+4
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Coastal Half Marathon
Orange Beach, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km5 km1.61 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+1
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Summer Cross Country Runs
Huntsville, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
4.83 km3 km1.61 km
ForestNature & Off-Road
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City of Champions Half Marathon and 5k
Gadsden, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km5 km
City RunPublic Park
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Hoka One One Rocky Raccoon
Huntsville, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
160.93 km100 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+2
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 12, 2026 - Dec 13, 2026 | Marathon Rocket City | Huntsville, Alabama, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 23, 2027 - Apr 24, 2027 | Canyons Endurance Runs by UTMB | Auburn, California, US | Trail Running | 161 km100 km50 km25 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Pie Gobbler Montgomery | Montgomery, Alabama, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km1.61 km |
| Date to be announced | Blood Rock 100 Mile | Pelham, Alabama, US | Trail Running | 161.9 km80 km55 km25 km |
| Date to be announced | Coastal Half Marathon | Orange Beach, Alabama, US | Road Running | 21.1 km5 km1.61 km |
| Date to be announced | Summer Cross Country Runs | Huntsville, Alabama, US | Trail Running | 4.83 km3 km1.61 km |
| Date to be announced | City of Champions Half Marathon and 5k | Gadsden, Alabama, US | Road Running | 21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Hoka One One Rocky Raccoon | Huntsville, Texas, US | Trail Running | 160.93 km100 km |
| Date to be announced | UCI Cheaha Challenge Granfondo | Jacksonville, Alabama, US | Road Cycling | 160 km20 km |
| Date to be announced | Jackalope Trail Run | Huntsville, Alabama, US | Trail Running | 12 km6 km |
| Date to be announced | Hotter n’ Hell | Pelham, Alabama, US | Trail Running | 29 km14 km |
| Date to be announced | Boston or Bust Marathon | Huntsville, Alabama, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Alabama (North America, United States) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 13 public events and 38 individual races, including 2 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Road Running, and Road Cycling. Key host locations include Huntsville, Auburn, Montgomery, and Pelham. Notable events in the selection include Marathon Rocket City, Canyons Endurance Runs by UTMB, and Pie Gobbler Montgomery.
Race distances span from 1.6 km to 161.9 km, reaching up to +7,610 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Alabama includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Alabama?
RunningCompass currently lists 13 verified events with 38 individual races in Alabama. A total of 2 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Marathon Rocket City, Canyons Endurance Runs by UTMB, and Pie Gobbler Montgomery.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Alabama?
Events in Alabama focus on Trail Running, Road Running, and Road Cycling. Course distances range from 1.6 km entry-level races up to 161.9 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Huntsville, Auburn, Montgomery, and Pelham.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Alabama?
The most selective courses in Alabama climb up to +7,610 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Alabama?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.