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| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highlands College Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Apr 10, 20277:00 AM | $65$75 after Dec 1, 2026 | – |
| Highlands College 10K | 10K | Apr 10, 20277:15 AM | $45$50 after Dec 1, 2026 | – |
| Highlands College 5K | 5K | Apr 10, 20277:15 AM | $30$35 after Dec 1, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The Half Marathon fee goes up to $75 on Dec 1, 2026.
Online registration closes Apr 10, 2027, unless the race fills first.
At $65, entry is about the same as a typical half marathon in Alabama ($65).
A typical finisher at a half marathon in Alabama runs 2:11:54, about 10:04 a mile, based on 21 races with published results. Women typically finish in 2:22:50 and men in 2:02:40.
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:24 AM, and the Highlands College Half Marathon starts at 7:00 AM. The start sits about 550 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Black Creek Park, Fultondale, AL 35217
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Aggregated from official results (ChronoTrack Live) for Highlands College Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
At the 2026 Highlands College 10K, the fastest tenth finished in 54:39 or better, the top quarter in 1:02:49, and half the field in 1:10:36; the last tenth came in after 1:38:35.
At the 2026 Highlands College Half Marathon, the fastest tenth finished in 1:41:00 or better, the top quarter in 1:51:10, and half the field in 2:05:15; the last tenth came in after 2:32:48.
At the 2026 Highlands College 5K, the fastest tenth finished in 28:39 or better, the top quarter in 32:25, and half the field in 40:50; the last tenth came in after 58:19.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 56:11 | 46:39 |
| 20-29 | 54:18 | 44:30 |
| 30-39 | 1:02:16 | 50:25 |
| 40-49 | 1:05:26 | 52:06 |
| 50-59 | 1:03:57 | 59:16 |
| 60-69 | 2:02:27 | n/a |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
Where a finish time would have placed in 2026.
Up 142 percent since 2022.
All events combined, from official results.
From 2022 to 2026, the field went from 142 to 403 finishers, and the median time dropped from 1:34:04 to 1:10:36.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 403 (+7%) | 1:10:36 | under 54:39 | 40:05 |
| 2025 | 378 (+182%) | 1:16:45 | under 58:12 | 46:52 |
| 2024 | 134 (-29%) | 1:18:16 | under 56:29 | 37:49 |
| 2023 | 190 (+34%) | 1:17:57 | under 55:12 | 39:32 |
| 2022 | 142 | 1:34:04 | under 1:00:57 | 40:46 |
From each year's official results for the 10K; virtual options are left out.
Slower than most Alabama 10Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2026 10K field finished under 1:02:49, against 52:37 in a typical Alabama 10K, so times here run 19 percent slower.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Around April 10 the day usually runs from 53°F at dawn to 73°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 25% of days. Cold snaps dip to 44°F and hot years reach 84°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
What the organizers of Highlands College Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K cover on their registration page, in brief.
Schedule and packet pickup
EXPO. Pick up your packet, and enjoy food, merch, and vendors. Friday, April 9, 2027 (1 p.m. - 6 p.m.). Highlands College. 3660 Grandview Parkway. Birmingham, AL 35243. Packet Pickup. Race-day packet pickup. Saturday, April 10, 2027 (5:45…
Parking and travel
Parking will be limited, but available on-site at Black Creek Park until the lot is full. There is guaranteed, free parking in an additional lot at the Fultondale campus of Church of the Highlands. A complimentary shuttle service will run…
Rules and FAQ
All registration costs for the Highlands College Half Marathon are non-refundable. By registering for the event, you acknowledge and agree that no refunds will be issued for cancellations or no-shows.
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Experience the Highlands College Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K on Saturday, April 10, 2027, at Black Creek Park in Fultondale, AL.
Located just outside of Birmingham, AL, the Five Mile Creek Greenway is one of Alabama’s historic Rails to Trails courses with stunning natural beauty and shaded and wooded trails. Whether you’re pursuing a personal record or taking your first courageous step to run long-distance, the Highlands College Half Marathon offers an inclusive, community race weekend for runners from every walk of life and experience level.