20th Annual Spring Scramble 5K – Birmingham, AL 2026

Date
April 25, 2026
Location
Birmingham, AL
Venue
2839 18th St S
Start Time
5:30 PM
Sunrise
6:03 AM
Entry Fee
$8.00 – $45.00
Events
In-Person 5K, Virtual 5K, 8 and Under Un-timed Fun Run
Includes
Race T-Shirt | T-Shirt

The 20th Annual Spring Scramble 5K takes place at 2839 18th St S in Birmingham, Alabama on April 25, 2026. This running event offers both a 1-mile and 5K option, with a typical start time of 5:30 PM. Entry fees range from $8 to $45 depending on registration timing and distance selection. If you're traveling to Birmingham for this race, you'll want accommodation near the venue that accommodates early evening departures and provides convenient access to the starting point. The flexible distance options make this event accessible to runners of varying abilities, from those looking for a shorter effort to those targeting the full 5K distance.

From the Race Organizer
Join us for our 20th Annual Spring Scramble 5K Walk/Run! The Spring Scramble 5K is one of several community outreach events organized by the UAB Pediatric Residency Program through our Community, Outreach, and Advocacy Program called Coat of Arms. All proceeds will go to our Coat of Arms advocacy organization, which supports initiatives for food insecurity, literacy, education, and health promotion for children within the Birmingham community and state of Alabama. We welcome you to bring your friends, family, and pets to exercise and spend time together for a great cause. Please register by April 1st, 2026 to guarantee your shirt size . Kids 8 and under can register to run for a non-timed run which includes a T-shirt, meal, and Medal for all participants. Participants do NOT get race packet; run is un-timed. A T-shirt may be purchased separately. If participant wants timed option, select normal registration! Who: Anyone What: 5K Walk/run, in-person or virtual, for $35 In-person: Includ

Course & Travel Notes

The 20th Annual Spring Scramble 5K takes place in Birmingham, Alabama on April 25, 2026, with an evening start time of 5:30 PM at an elevation of 712 feet. Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) is conveniently located just 5.4 miles from the venue, making it the primary air access point for traveling participants. Note that sunrise on race day is 6:05 AM, so the early morning hours will still be dark if you plan to arrive and acclimate before the evening race start.

⛰️ 712 ft elevation☀️ Typically 73°F / 52°F · 40% chance of rain✈️ Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) — 5.4 mi

Race Travel Insurance

Don't forget travel insurance for April 25.

You've trained for months and booked a trip to Birmingham, AL. A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing. Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it, and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run 5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no additional coverage needed.

  • Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
  • Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
  • Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
  • Emergency medical up to $250,000
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Frequently Asked Questions

When is 20th Annual Spring Scramble 5K – Birmingham, AL 2026?

20th Annual Spring Scramble 5K – Birmingham, AL 2026 takes place on April 25, 2026. The race is held in Birmingham, Alabama.

Where is 20th Annual Spring Scramble 5K – Birmingham, AL 2026 held?

20th Annual Spring Scramble 5K – Birmingham, AL 2026 is held at 2839 18th St S in Birmingham, Alabama.

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