
Ann's Run for Life is a running race on October 10, 2026 in Cropwell, AL, with entry fees from $20 to $45.
From the Organizer
Join us for the 4th Annual Run for Life! In addition to our 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk, we're adding a 10K this year for our more serious runners! The race will start & finish at Ann’s New Life Center and run through the neighborhood streets with spectacular views along Logan Martin Lake.
Shirt size is guaranteed to those who Pre-Register by September 1st.
Post race there will be an awards ceremony, door prizes, and refreshments available for purchase.
7:00 AM – Race Day Registration begins
8:00 AM – 5K & 10K Runs Start
9:30 AM – 1 mile fun run starts
10:00 AM – Awards Ceremony
5K – Top 3 Overall Male & Female; Top Masters Male & Female. Top 3 finishers in each of the following age categories (male & female): 19 & under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+.
1 Mile Fun Run – All finishers will receive a medal.
Our course has been certified by USATF. Certification #AL25016JE. The 10K course is the 5K course run twice.
The 1 mile is a simple loop course that will start & finish at Ann’s New Life Center.
Ann's Run & Walk For Life benefits Ann's New Life Center which is a non-profit pregnancy help ministry that provides free pregnancy testing, confirmation ultrasounds, prenatal and parenting classes, and baby supplies. Located in Cropwell, Alabama, our focus is on women who need support, whether that's emotional or physical, so that they have the information, supplies, and love they need to have a peaceful pregnancy and hope for the future.
Events
Weather
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
78°
Typical Low
51°
Chance of Rain
21%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Talladega, 12 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
525 ft
Nearest Airport
BHM
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport · 26 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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Ann's Run for Life
Oct 10, 2026