Alabama · 5K
The CLASSIC 5K
The CLASSIC 5K is a 5K event held in Birmingham, Alabama. It was last held on October 24, 2026 and is usually run in October; the next date hasn't been announced yet.
- Usually held
- October
- Location
- Birmingham, AL
Race details
- Last held
- October 24, 2026
- Usually held in
- October
- Location
- Birmingham, Alabama
- Distances
- 5K
- Registration
- runsignup.com
- Official website
- theclassic5k.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open
- Start time
- 9:00 AM CDT
- Course profile
- Out-and-back course; Road surface; USATF certified
About the The CLASSIC 5K
The inaugural Classic 5K presented by Train & Burn Fitness Studio, will be held on Saturday October 24, 2026, 7am (9am-5K Start) at History Park 1700 4th Ave North, Birmingham, AL 35203. History Park is located in the Historic 4th Avenue Business District of Birmingham's Civil Rights District. The race provides a healthy kick off to activities leading up to the annual football game between Alabama State University & Alabama A&M University. The morning features a pre-race warm-up, live music, pr…
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The CLASSIC 5K: common questions
- When is the The CLASSIC 5K?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in October. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the The CLASSIC 5K held?
- In Birmingham, Alabama.
- What distances does the The CLASSIC 5K offer?
- 5K.
- How do I register for the The CLASSIC 5K?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the The CLASSIC 5K?
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open. $35 (from runsignup.com, checked September 22, 2026).
- What time does the The CLASSIC 5K start?
- 9:00 AM CDT.
- What is the course like at the The CLASSIC 5K?
- Out-and-back course; Road surface; USATF certified.
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