13th Annual Nicholas Fillinger Memorial Run
- Date
- July 18, 2026
- Distance
- 13th Annual Nicholas Fillinger Memorial Run 5K
From the Organizer
The 13th annual Nicholas Fillinger Memorial Run will be held on July 18, 2026 on the beautiful campus of St. Bernard Prep School in Cullman, Alabama. Nicholas died tragically in a training accident in September 2013. St. Bernard was one of his favorite places to run. This run honors his memory with a run in one of his favorite places but also provides a team challenge (minimum of 5 runners but may be coed). Nicholas loved the team aspect of cross-country. The best way to honor his memory is to form a team and come compete.
The run benefits the Nicholas Fillinger Foundation that serves to provide educational opportunities, scholarship award, and encouragement to persevere through the trials of life.
Each step you take in the Nicholas Fillinger Memorial Run is more than a stride toward the finish line — it’s a tribute to a life that continues to inspire, unite, and uplift our community. This special event honors the memory of Nicholas Fillinger by bringing together family, friends, and community members to celebrate the fruit of Nicholas' life and the family, friends, and community he loved dearly and deeply.
Whether you're running for a personal best at St. Bernard or walking alongside friends, your participation helps us remember Nicholas’s legacy and support a cause that makes a meaningful difference. Lace up, show up, and be part of something bigger — a day of encouragement, remembrance, and community spirit.
Run with heart. Run with purpose. Run like Nicholas and give all the glory and praise to God.
Awards
Overall Male Winner
Overall Female Winner
Overall Male Masters Winner
Overall Female Masters Winner
Age Groups Awards (Top 3 Medals for each age group)
12 & Under Female & Male
13-17 Female & Male
18-22 Female & Male
23-29 Female & Male
30-39 Female & Male
40-49 Female & Male
50-59 Female & Male
60-99 Female & Male
Team Awards (Trophies for Top 3 Teams)
Must have at least 5 runners to score as a team, but you can have as many people as you want on the team.
All teams must be submitted to Julie Fillinger (juliefillinger.com@gmail.com) before July 17. Submit team name, the name of all the members on the team, and make sure each team member has registered online.
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 race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
90°
Typical Low
69°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Saint Bernard, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Cullman, AL
Population
18,894
as of 2023
Elevation
766 ft
Nearest Airport
HSV
Huntsville International Airport · 33 mi
Major Hub
BHM
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport · 42 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.
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Days to train
- Race
- 13th Annual Nicholas Fillinger Memorial Run
- Date
- July 18, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 13th Annual Nicholas Fillinger Memorial Run?
- 13th Annual Nicholas Fillinger Memorial Run is a running race held in Cullman, Alabama on July 18, 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 13th Annual Nicholas Fillinger Memorial Run?
- Saturday, July 18, 2026 in Cullman, Alabama at 1600 St. Bernard Dr. SE, Cullman, AL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 13th Annual Nicholas Fillinger Memorial Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
13th Annual Nicholas Fillinger Memorial Run
Jul 18, 2026