Mercy Medical Run
- Date
- October 3, 2026
- Location
- 1150 S Gay St, Auburn, AL
- Distance
- 1 Mile · 5K · 10K
- Price
- $20–$45
From the Organizer
Come join us for the 4th annual Mercy Medical Run on Saturday, October 3, 2026! There are three races (10k, 5k, & 1-mile fun run) to raise money for Mercy Medical Ministry. All proceeds from this race will be donated to Mercy Medical.
The mission of Mercy Medical Ministry is to glorify God in our community through sharing the good news of Jesus Christ and by providing compassionate healthcare for the uninsured. For over 25 years, Mercy Medical has fulfilled this mission through the generous financial support of our community. The clinic is staffed primarily by volunteers who selflessly give their time to love and serve the uninsured of our community.
Location: The race will start and end at Town Creek Park with an 8:00 AM start for the 1-mile fun run followed by the 5k and 10k at 8:30 AM.
Pre-Registration Fees
10K ($45), 5K ($35), 1-mile ($20)
The cost for each race includes a T-shirt. **Deadline to register to receive a T-shirt is September 16th! Pre-registration will end September 30th at midnight.
Race Day Registration Fees
10K ($50), 5K ($40), 1-mile ($30)
Early Packet Pickup
Friday, October 2nd at Mercy Medical from 4:00-6:00 PM (325 Dunlop Drive, Opelika, Alabama 36801)
10K Awards
1st, 2nd and 3rd place overall Male and Female along with top (first) Male and Female in the following age groups:
14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
5K Awards
1st, 2nd and 3rd place overall Male and Female along with top (first) Male and Female in the following age groups:
14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
All awards must be picked up at the event.
Race Day Schedule
7:00-7:50 Packet Pickup
8:00 1-mile start
8:30 5k & 10k start
Final official results will be posted within 48 hours after race completion at www.auburnrunning.org/results.html
Parking
Town Creek Park main parking lot and the additional lot across the street
Water Stops
Water/Gatorade will be available every 1-1/2 miles.
Refunds are not allowed for this race.
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
79°
Typical Low
60°
Chance of Rain
22%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Auburn No.2, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Auburn, AL
Population
78,738
as of 2023
City Elevation
662 ft
Nearest Airport
CSG
Columbus Airport · 32 mi
Major Hub
ATL
Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport · 95 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Mercy Medical Run?
- Mercy Medical Run is a running race held in Auburn, Alabama on October 3, 2026. 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 Mercy Medical Run?
- Saturday, October 3, 2026 in Auburn, Alabama at 1150 S Gay St. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Mercy Medical Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Mercy Medical Run
Oct 3, 2026