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Brothers for Life 5k

Brothers for Life 5k is a running race on August 14, 2027 in Decatur, AL, with entry fees from $30 to $35.

Date
August 14, 2027 (274 days to go)
Price
$30–$35
Sport
Running

From the Organizer

We are back to our original location at Point Mallard Park! 

Brothers for Life exists to support local firefighters, police officers, EMS professionals, and dispatchers.

Please join us as we support these brave men and women!

Please sign up for our 5k race, 5k ruck, or our 1 mile fun run.

RUCK DIVISION: male weight is 30lbs and female is 20lbs. Must weigh on Saturday morning before the race to qualify for an award.

Early registration ends July 31st. 

Packet pickup will be Friday night at Cross Eyed Owl Brewery on Friday August 13th from 5-7PM at 105 1st Ave NE, Decatur, AL 35601. Packet pickup will be on race day, Saturday morning from 6:00AM-7:30AM in Point Mallard.

The race will start at 8:00AM.

Race Directors: Brandon & Anne Marie Strickland

Events

5k Run$35
1 Mile Fun Run / Walk$30

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

89°

Typical Low

69°

Based on US Climate Normals data from Decatur 4se, 1 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:07 AMSunset 7:36 PMDaylight 13h 29m

About Decatur, AL

Population

57,760

as of 2023

City Elevation

560 ft

Nearest Airport

HSV

Huntsville International Airport · 13 mi

Major Hub

BHM

Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport · 72 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

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Brothers for Life 5k, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

274

Days to train

Race
Brothers for Life 5k
Date
August 14, 2027

Get Ready for Race Day

Plan your training, log every workout, and track your progress all the way to race day in the Endurance Grid app.

The training calendar in the Endurance Grid app: the week plan and every day colored by sport
A Race Story in the Endurance Grid app: the finish photo and everyone who finished

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Brothers for Life 5k?
Brothers for Life 5k is a running race held in Decatur, Alabama on August 14, 2027. 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 Brothers for Life 5k?
Saturday, August 14, 2027 in Decatur, Alabama at 2901 Point Mallard Cir SE. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Brothers for Life 5k?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Brothers for Life 5k

Aug 14, 2027

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