The Finley Center, Hoover AL
Sunday, October 5th, 2025
🏃♂️ BHM26.2 2025 Overview
- Date: Sunday, October 5th
- Location: The Finley Center, Hoover, AL
- Charity: Benefits Magic Moments
- Runners: Over 2,000 expected
🏅 Race Series
- Events: Full marathon, 5-person marathon relay, half marathon, 10k, 5k, kid's fun run
- Atmosphere: Family-friendly After Party for all participants and supporters
- Fun Fact: One of Alabama's most highly attended races
- More Info: Race Details
🏔️ Marathon Course
- Route: Beautiful but challenging 13.1 looped run
- Terrain: Mix of rolling hills, flat terrain, and waterfront views
- Support: Frequent water, cheer, and medical stations
- Experience: Enhanced race day experience ensured
👥 Marathon Relay
- Format: Fun team-building activity
- Legs: 5 miles, 5 miles, 3.1 miles, 6.9 miles, and 6.2 miles
- Team Size: Teams may have less than 5 runners
- Medals: All relay members receive medals at the finish
🏞️ Half Marathon
- Popularity: Sold out last year
- Scenery: Scenic views, winding through city and neighborhoods
- Support: Improved logistics and race-day atmosphere
- Inclusivity: Suitable for seasoned runners and first-timers
🏃♀️ 10K and 5K
- Accessibility: Perfect for all levels of runners
- Course Features: Flat stretches and rolling hills
- Crowd Support: Vibrant crowd support and finish line celebration
- Goal: Inspire runners every step of the way
👶 Kid’s Fun Run
- Age Requirement: Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult
- Distance: Approximately ¼ mile
- Stroller Friendly: Event welcomes strollers
- Inclusions: Encourages children to be part of race weekend
🎉 After Party
- Location: The Finley Center, right by the Finish Line
- Activities: Post-race meal, live music, drinks, kids zone
- Involvement: Open to everyone to celebrate post-race
- Fun Factor: A festive gathering for participants and supporters
🎗️ Supporting a Cause
- Mission: All proceeds benefit Magic Moments
- Focus: Wish-granting organization for children in Alabama
- Join Us: Lace up your shoes and support the cause on October 5th
- Inspiration: Run for the children who are chasing a cure
#RunForTheKids
Starting Line Map
Coaching
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