Cotton Row Run
- Date
- May 24, 2027
- Location
- Big Spring Park, Huntsville, AL
- Distance
- 1 Mile · 5K · 10K
- Price
- $12–$30
From the Organizer
Welcome to the 2026 Cotton Row Run 10K, 5K, and 1 Mile!
Run the Cotton Row! For 46 years the Cotton Row Run has been the premiere Memorial Day running event in the South.
The Cotton Row Run is conducted by the Huntsville Track Club
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
84°
Typical Low
63°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Huntsville Intl Ap, 13 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Huntsville, AL
Population
218,814
as of 2023
City Elevation
624 ft
Nearest Airport
HSV
Huntsville International Airport · 13 mi
Major Hub
BHM
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport · 81 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
Approximate location — pin shows the host city, not the exact venue.
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Cotton Row Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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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.
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Running
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Cotton Row Run?
- Cotton Row Run is a running race held in Huntsville, Alabama on May 24, 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 Cotton Row Run?
- Monday, May 24, 2027 in Huntsville, Alabama at Big Spring Park. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Cotton Row Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Cotton Row Run
May 24, 2027