Bluff Park 8K
Bluff Park 8K is a running race on December 5, 2026 in Birmingham, AL, with entry fees from $20 to $30.
- Date
- December 5, 2026 (135 days to go)
- Price
- $20–$30
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Bluff Park 8K Race
Join us for the annual Bluff Park 8K, a scenic and challenging race that winds through the beautiful neighborhood of Bluff Park. This community event attracts runners of all levels, from serious athletes to weekend warriors.
Race Details
- Distance: 8 kilometers (approximately 5 miles)
- Course: Scenic route through historic Bluff Park neighborhood
- Terrain: Rolling hills with some moderate elevation changes
What to Expect
Runners will enjoy a challenging course with stunning views of the local landscape. The Bluff Park neighborhood will be present in full force along the course to cheer you on. The race provides a supportive environment for both competitive runners and those looking to set a personal best. One water station will be present at the halfway point with the Birmingham Community Church members hosting the biggest race party you've seen.
Post-Race Celebration
After crossing the finish line, participants will receive a finishers gift and pancakes made straight off the griddle. Stick around to meet our sponsors and try out their various services. An awards ceremony for overall and age group winners will be held inside the BPUMC gym.
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
60°
Typical Low
38°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Bessemer 3 Wsw, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Birmingham, AL
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.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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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
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Make it a Racecation
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Bluff Park 8K
Dec 5, 2026