Back To School Drive 5k is a running race on August 1, 2026 in Montgomery, AL, featuring the 5K distance.
From the Organizer
Come out and join us August 1st for our first annual back to school drive 5k! For entry all you need to do is donate any item from the list provided! Let’s give back & have a ball while we do it! There will be music, refreshments, and family fun.
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
95°
Typical Low
75°
Chance of Rain
38%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Montgomery 6sw, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
198,440
as of 2023
City Elevation
198 ft
Nearest Airport
MGM
Montgomery Regional (Dannelly Field) Airport · 9 mi
Major Hub
BHM
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport · 92 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
Your Next Start Line
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30
Days to train
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From Endurance Grid
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Back To School Drive 5k
Aug 1, 2026