Rocket City Microthon
- Date
- September 27, 2026
- Distance
- Runners Package · Slacker's Package · Kid's Package
From the Organizer
Merrimack's Rocket City Microthon is a family-friendly fundraising event spoofing a traditional road race. The "race" is across the 383 feet (0.12k) of the Butler Green at Campus 805 in downtown Huntsville. Put on your numbered bib (just like real racers) and race from Straight to Ale to Yellowhammer Brewery. Or vice versa, we're not all that organized.
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
83°
Typical Low
60°
Chance of Rain
24%
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
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
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Rocket City Microthon, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
111
Days to train
- Race
- Rocket City Microthon
- Date
- September 27, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Rocket City Microthon?
- Rocket City Microthon is a running race held in Huntsville, Alabama on September 27, 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 Rocket City Microthon?
- Sunday, September 27, 2026 in Huntsville, Alabama at 2620 Clinton Avenue, Huntsville, AL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Rocket City Microthon?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Rocket City Microthon
Sep 27, 2026