From the Organizer
Welcome to the first annual "RAIDER STAMPEDE" hosted by Randolph School! This event is a 1 Mile cross country event only for Pre-K through 6th graders set at beautiful John Hunt Park Cross Country Park in south Huntsville, AL.
This event is open to all public, private, and homeschool students.
NEED TO KNOWS:
1. DATE: Tuesday, October 13, 2026
2. TIME: see event schedule below
3. HOW LONG IS THE RACE? All races will do the 1-mile distance.
4. HOW MUCH TO ENTER? $10/person
5. HOW TO ENTER? You can enter via RunSignUp until Friday, Oct 9, 11:59PM (CST). After RunSignUp closes, you can enter on race day in person.
6. DAY OF RACE ENTRY?
Race Day Registration Available?
Yes! All participants must check in at the large white tent at John Hunt Park to either:
Pick up their race bib if pre-registered, or
Complete race day registration and receive their bib.
Important: Race day registration closes 30 minutes before the start of each race.
Missed Your Race?
If you miss your scheduled race, you may compete in a race for an older age/grade group. However, you will not be eligible for awards in your original grade division.
7. RACE ENTRY SHIRT: For all those who register via RunSignUp will receive a commemorative Raider Stampede shirt. For those who enter the day of, while supplies last, will receive a commemorative Raider Stampede shirt.
8. AWARDS: Every finisher will receive a custom Raider Stampede finisher medal. The top male and female in each race will receive an award at the awards ceremony on the big stage.
9. TEAM SCORING? When you come to either pick up or do race day entry, you will be asked by a volunteer what school you go to. That will be input with your name in the entry. The top three finishers from a single school in each race will score as a team. That means your place will be added together with the other 2 finishers from your school and that will be your score. The lowest score wins! *NOTE: Girls and boys will race together and be scored together in each grade level race
10. LIVE RESULTS: www.xpresstiming.com
11. Event Management Contact: email twig@randolphschool.net *Will reply typically by end of day.
12. Thank you to our sponsors! Huntsville Sports Commission and RunningLane
Event Start Times
Pre & K Grades (girls and boys) 4:00 PM
1st Grade (girls and boys) 4:15 PM
2nd Grade (girls and boys) 4:30 PM
3rd Grade (girls and boys) 4:45 PM
AWARDS PK-3rd Grade 5:00 PM
4th Grade (girls and boys) 5:00 PM
5th Grade (girls and boys) 5:15 PM
6th Grade (girls and boys) 5:30 PM
AWARDS 4th-6th Grade 5:50 PM
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
77°
Typical Low
53°
Chance of Rain
25%
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the RAIDER STAMPEDE?
- RAIDER STAMPEDE is a running race held in Huntsville, Alabama on October 13, 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 RAIDER STAMPEDE?
- Tuesday, October 13, 2026 in Huntsville, Alabama at 2701 Airport Rd SW. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the RAIDER STAMPEDE?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
RAIDER STAMPEDE
Oct 13, 2026