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Peavine Falls Run

Name: Peavine Falls Run
Start: 2026-07-04
End: 2026-07-04
Location: Pelham

Pelham, United States • 4 Jul 2026

45th Annual Peavine Falls Run

The BTC Peavine Falls Run is an established 4th of July tradition in Central Alabama. This holiday event takes place in the natural scenery of Oak Mountain State Park in Pelham. The race is hosted by the Birmingham Track Club (BTC) and serves as a part of the BTC Race Series, which includes a bundle of four seasonal races.

The event features a single distance:

8.2 Mile Run

The race course starts and ends at the Dogwood Picnic Pavilion located on Terrace Drive within the state park. Participants can expect to run or walk alongside several hundred other entrants. The park also offers facilities for camping, and the event website provides information regarding trail tips and local weather for participants.

All participants receive a gender-neutral shirt specific to the race, provided they register by the June 20 deadline to guarantee size availability. Membership in the Birmingham Track Club entitles runners to a discounted entry fee. Registration remains open until early July, with a price increase scheduled shortly before the event date. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Alabama Pelham

Race information

Registration

8 mi

8.2 Mile Run

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Trail runs nearby

Saturday May 2

Peavine Falls & Climbs 5K

Pelham

5 km

A challenging 5K trail run or hike in Oak Mountain State Park. The technical course features creek crossings, rock scrambles, and a pass by Peavine Falls. It finishes with a fast section on West Ridge.

Saturday May 9

Run For Kids Challenge

Pelham

Backyard Ultra

10 km

12 hr

A trail running fundraiser at Oak Mountain State Park with multiple distances including a 12 Hour Challenge and a 10K, plus a free kids half mile. Proceeds beyond basic expenses support Smile A Mile.

Saturday May 16

Trussville Trail Run

Trussville

8 km

This 13th annual trail run in Trussville offers Alabama's only 8K trail race. Starting and finishing at the Senior Citizens Center, it supports the Troy Ellis Foundation.

Saturday May 23

Memorial Day Trail Run

Pelham

6 mi

12 mi

A trail race at Oak Mountain State Park in Pelham, AL, offering 6 mile and 12 mile courses on Saturday, May 23. Packet pickup is available the day before and the morning of the race, and active military may run free.