Pelham Strong Walk & 5K

Pelham Strong Walk AND 5K

* Take advantage of the early registration to receive $5 off your race(s) through March 31st. *

Title Sponsor: Gameday Men's Health Pelham

Join us for an exciting event that combines fitness, faith, and fun! Lace up your sneakers and get ready to run or walk for a good cause. The Pelham Strong Walk & 5K will take place at Pelham City Park located at 2020 Ball Park Road, Pelham, AL, USA. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just enjoy a leisurely stroll, this event is open to people of all ages and fitness levels. This race is organized by Pelham Strong.

1 Corinthians 9:24 Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one receives the prize? So run that you may obtain it.

8:00 AM - 5K
8:45 AM - 5K awards/recognition
10:00 AM - Opening Ceremonies
10:15 AM - Baseball/Softball Competitions
Midnight - Paul Revere 1M Midnight Run

5K ONLY - 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place medals will be awarded to the fastest times of both male and female participants in the following age categories:

19 and under
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60+  

Paul Revere 1M Midnight Run -- 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place medals will be awarded to the fastest times of both male and female participants (there are no age categories for these events). 

What is included in your race packets:

• Finisher Medal 5K only
• Individually Numbered Bib
• Chip Timed
• Race t-shirt (optional) -- note the midnight run/walk comes with a special America 250th commemorative T-shirt
• Swag
• Admission to the Home Run Derby

Pre-Race Registration and Packet Pick-up:

Pelham Public Library
2000 Pelham Park Blvd, Pelham, AL 35124
Makerspace on the 1st Floor
Friday April 17th from 1PM until 4PM

If you plan to register on-site: Registration will be Cashless (Credit Card Only), please plan to register prior to arriving to speed up the packet pick-up process. 

Race Day Registration & Packet Pick-up: For those who are not able to attend pre-race registration and packet pick-up, this will begin promptly at 7:00 AM on Saturday April 18, 2026 near the start/finish line at the Pelham City Park. 

Water Stations: Located at the Start/Finish line and throughout the course. 

Sponsorship opportunities: If you are interested in sponsorship opportunities please contact Pelham Strong at PelhamStrong35124@gmail.com. 

Homerun Derby order of events:

10:00 AM beginning with the Pelham Police Department vs Pelham Fire Department
Followed by Pelham Rec Baseball 6U, 8U, 10U, and 12U
Ending with 18+

Pelham Rec Coaches and former players (limited to 20 spots): 2:00 PM approximately - 18+ OVER THE FENCE (200 feet) distance (wooden bats only)

PLEASE NOTE -- the hitting competitions are hidden, please contact pelhamstrong35124@gmail.com for additional information.  Pelham Park & Rec will be emailing all coaches after the spring teams are set, and there will be a unique URL to register players. 

Participating hitters will need to provide their own helmets, helmets are mandatory. ALL bats will be inspected to make sure they meet typical league regulation standards (18+ = ONLY WOODEN BATS).  Each participant will receive 1 minute to hit as many home runs as possible, and each participant will be able to take one 30 second break at any point during their 1 minute. Your age will be based on the age as of the day of the event April 18, 2026. All rounds will take place on Field 4 at the Pelham City Park.

Cancellation Statement:
Your entry fee is non-refundable. This event will occur rain or shine, warm or cold. We reserve the right to cancel in extreme circumstances. In that event, there will be no refunds, rather, your entry fee will be used as a donation to the Pelham Park & Rec Foundation. 

All proceeds from this event will go to the Pelham Park & Rec Foundation and used to provide assistance to families for rec sports registration costs and/or equipment for players.