ALKC Key to a Cure 5K and Fun Run is a running race on November 14, 2026 in Birmingham, AL, with an entry fee of $25.
Tie up those sneakers and get ready to run, walk, or cheer with true Southern spirit! The very first Key to a Cure 5K is making its debut, kicking off a new race tradition rooted in Alabama pride. Guided by our motto, “Caring - Our Way of Life,” this event is all about community - lifting each other up and stepping forward to create brighter tomorrows.
Join us in bringing brighter futures to the kids at Children’s of Alabama! The Bright Futures 5K and Fun Run is brand new, and we’re racing toward meaningful change. Every dollar raised goes directly to Children’s of Alabama Hospital in Birmingham, supporting essential research, daily operations, and the children who rely on their care.
Awards
Top 1st - 3rd male and female finishers.
Packet Pickup will be on the morning of the race at Veterans Park in Hoover.
All proceeds directly support Children’s of Alabama, helping sustain vital medical services and improve the lives of children across the state. We are deeply grateful for your support. If you’d like to give beyond your registration, you’ll have opportunities to donate both online and in person.
Thank you for standing with us and supporting the children of Alabama!
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
65°
Typical Low
42°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Helena, 10 mi from the venue.
Population
199,322
as of 2023
City 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.
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Days to train
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ALKC Key to a Cure 5K and Fun Run
Nov 14, 2026