Walk for Life + 5K 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Opelika, Alabama
- Entry fee
- From Free · goes up to $50 on Oct 7, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walk for Life | 5K | Oct 10, 20268:00 AM | $10 | – |
| Walk For Life Kids | Kids | Oct 10, 20268:00 AM | Free | – |
| 5K | 5K | Oct 10, 20268:30 AM | $30$50 after Oct 7, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 5K fee goes up to $50 on Oct 7, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- Walk for Life: $10 until Oct 10.
- Walk For Life Kids: Free until Oct 10.
- 5K: $30 until Oct 7, then $50 until Oct 10.
Online registration closes Oct 10, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $10, entry is about 67 percent below a typical 5K in Alabama, which costs $30 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Alabama runs 35:37, about 11:28 a mile, based on 264 races with published results. Women typically finish in 39:26 and men in 31:26.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:40 AM, and the Walk for Life starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 770 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
1001 Sportsplex Pkwy, Opelika, AL 36801
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
2025 results
All results (2 years)Aggregated from official results (AORTA) for Walk for Life + 5K. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Walk for Life + 5K?
In 2025, the fastest tenth finished in 24:29 or better, the top quarter in 28:18, and half the field in 33:59; the last tenth came in after 58:18.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 28:38 | 23:00 |
| 20-29 | 26:06 | 22:35 |
| 30-39 | 35:51 | 23:53 |
| 40-49 | 33:52 | 31:17 |
| 50-59 | 38:42 | n/a |
| 60-69 | 56:49 | n/a |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
What would my time get me?
Where a finish time would have placed in 2025.
Finishers by year
Up 39 percent since 2024.
All events combined, from official results.
Walk for Life + 5K 5K year by year
From 2024 to 2025, the field went from 95 to 132 finishers, and the median time rose from 32:29 to 33:59.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 132 (+39%) | 33:59 | under 24:29 | 18:48 |
| 2024 | 95 | 32:29 | under 23:29 | 20:26 |
From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.
How fast is it?
About average for Alabama 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 28:18, against 28:29 in a typical Alabama 5K, so times here are about average.
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.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 10 the day usually runs from 58°F at dawn to 78°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 12% of days. Cold snaps dip to 50°F and hot years reach 83°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.
Race details
- Where
- 1001 Sportsplex Pkwy, Opelika, AL 36801Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 770 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K, Kids
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 10, 2026), 2025 (Nov 8, 2025), 2024 (Nov 9, 2024)
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Quick answers
- When is Walk for Life + 5K?
- Saturday, October 10, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at Free before processing fees, and rises to $50 on Oct 7, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 10, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Alabama?
- At $10, entry is about 67 percent below a typical 5K in Alabama, which costs $30 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, Kids.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2025, 132 runners finished the 5K Registration will re-open on November 8 at the Opelika Sportsplex; the median finish was 33:59 and the winner ran 18:48.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 28:18, against 28:29 in a typical Alabama 5K, so times here are about average.
- Where does it start?
- 1001 Sportsplex Pkwy, Opelika, AL 36801.
From the organizers
Event Information: Mark your calendars! Women’s Hope Medical Clinic is excited to invite YOU to join us for our annual Walk for Life + 5K. It’s happening on October 10th at the Opelika Sportsplex, and this event isn’t just a walk or run—it’s a chance to make a real difference!
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just love a stroll with friends, there’s something for everyone. Form a team, bring your family, and come ready for fun, fellowship, and purpose. And the best part? Every dollar raised helps provide hope, resources, and care for families right here in our community.