2026 Fleet Feet Birmingham XC 2-Miler presented by Brooks
- Date
- July 21, 2026
- Distance
- Boys Heat · Girls Heat · Open Heat
From the Organizer
Join us for the 2026 Fleet Feet Birmingham XC 2-Miler presented by Brooks — a high-energy 2-mile time trial designed for local middle and high school cross country teams, as well as individual XC athletes looking to test their fitness. Following the boys and girls races, an open division 2-mile race will be offered for non cross country runners that would like to test their 2-mile times!
This community-focused event brings runners together on a fast, established cross country course at Veterans Park in Hoover, AL. Whether you’re chasing a PR, building early-season confidence, or racing alongside teammates, this event is built to deliver a competitive and memorable experience.
Event Details
Date: Tuesday, July 21
Times:
• Boys Heat: 5:30 PM
• Girls Heat: 6:15 PM
• Open Heat: 7 PM
(Boys and Girls heats include both Middle and High School athletes)
Location
Veterans Park – Hoover, AL
Registration Pricing:
$20 for individuals
***COACHES***
Team pricing is $5 off per participant when registering 5+ runners together. Select multi person pricing and create a team on the registration page.
See the course map
What to Expect
- A true cross country race atmosphere to test your fitness on a 2-mile course right before the season
- Swag bags for each participant at packet pickup
- Huge prizes will be up for grabs so stay tuned for details
- Special edition XC 2-miler shirts will be available for purchase
- A Fleet Feet x Brooks pop up shop featuring the special edition Fleet Feet exclusive color of the Draft XC spike available for purchase. Very limited quantities will be available. Apparel from the Brooks Dash Collection will also be available. Accessory shop available to gear up for the race and upcoming season featuring Swiftwick, Chicknlegs, Goodrs and much, much more!
- A post race party with music, awards ceremony and much, much more!
- Vendor Village with other local businesses- A chance to connect with local teams and coaches
- A fun, competitive evening for the entire XC community
- One of the premier early-season XC opportunities in Birmingham.
- Come race, connect, and kick off the season with Fleet Feet Birmingham and Brooks.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A 7-day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
91°
Typical Low
72°
Chance of Rain
38%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Birmingham Ap, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Birmingham, AL
Population
199,322
as of 2023
Elevation
669 ft
Nearest Airport
BHM
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport · 6 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Coming Up
More Running races near Birmingham, AL
Race Through Alabama 1M, 5K, 10K, 13.1, 26.2 - Now Only $20!
Half Marathon · 10K · 5K
Less than a mile away
Run, Ride, & Rumble for PTS Awareness 2026
Less than a mile away
Endless Summer
Less than a mile away
Run Magic City - 5k
5K
Less than a mile away
From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 2026 Fleet Feet Birmingham XC 2-Miler presented by Brooks?
- 2026 Fleet Feet Birmingham XC 2-Miler presented by Brooks is a running race held in Birmingham, Alabama on July 21, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the 2026 Fleet Feet Birmingham XC 2-Miler presented by Brooks?
- Tuesday, July 21, 2026 in Birmingham, Alabama at 4800 Valleydale Road, Birmingham, AL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 2026 Fleet Feet Birmingham XC 2-Miler presented by Brooks?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
2026 Fleet Feet Birmingham XC 2-Miler presented by Brooks
Jul 21, 2026