Sunrise Over Cecil 10K and 4 mile
Sunrise Over Cecil 10K and 4 mile is a running race on April 11, 2027 in Huntsville, AL, with an entry fee of $40.
- Date
- April 11, 2027 (157 days to go)
- Price
- $40
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
REGISTRAION NOW OPEN
📣 Volunteers Needed!
📦 Packet Pick-Up
Saturday at Fleet Feet Huntsville: 11 AM – 5 PM
Race day pick-up will be available, but very early
👉 We strongly encourage Saturday pick-up!
🚧 Road Closure
Cecil Ashburn (east side) closes around 5:00 AM
Coming from Hampton Cove? You should be fine, but allow extra time
📍 Start/Finish Line
On Cecil Ashburn in front of Mellow Mushroom
🚻 Restrooms
Port-a-johns near start/finish (map coming Friday)
🏃 Race Changes
Need to switch races? Email by Thursday at midnight
🅿️ Parking
Target Shopping Center
AMC Theater
You can also park at Fleet Feet and jog over to the race start.
🛣️ Course Info
Out-and-back on Cecil Ashburn
📸 Keep an eye out for Gregg Gelmis capturing race day moments!
🏃♂️ 4-Mile Runners
Turnaround: top of Cecil near Land Trust parking lot
Water station at mile 2 + 1st King/Queen of the Mountain
🙌 Thanks to Burn Boot Camp & Grain & Berry!
🏃♀️ 10K Runners
Continue 1.1 miles past summit for turnaround
Additional water station there by Anytime Fitness & Fifth Third Bank
Climb back for 2nd King/Queen of the Mountain
🏆 4 special awards for these categories (results may take time)
🎉 Post-Race Fun
Enjoy food from:
Mellow Mushroom
Coffee Break
Food City
Bruegger’s Bagels
Plus recovery & activities from:
Core South
Swift Recovery
🏅 Stick around for awards and the fun!
📲 More updates coming soon—follow along on Facebook!
Stay tuned for more announcements later in the week! Follow up on facebook for more updates as well.
We are excited to announce a brand-new Epic Race coming to Huntsville, Alabama!
This is an official race supported by the City of Huntsville — with roads closed for runners and walkers, so you can focus on the challenge and the views!
One of Huntsville’s most breathtaking sights awaits at the top of Cecil Ashburn Drive. This race will push athletes to their limits with Alabama’s toughest 10K, featuring stunning city views and an unforgettable sunrise finish experience.
🏔 Epic 10K
This certified 10K course packs nearly 1,000 feet of elevation gain and descent into 6.2 demanding miles. With roads closed to through traffic, runners can take on the climb, conquer the descent, and soak in the epic scenery along the way.
🌄 4 Mile Race to the Top
We’re also offering a 4-mile race to the top of Cecil!
If you’re worried about making the 2-hour cutoff, this is a great option for you.
This is a race for those who love hills, grit, and unforgettable views.
⏱ There will be a 2-hour cutoff for both races.
The race is limited to 400 people so register early!
All participants will receive a BROOKS technical shirt and a finisher medal.
We promise to have the best post race party ever!
Events
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
71°
Typical Low
45°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Owens Cross Roads 3s, 10 mi from the venue.
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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- Race
- Sunrise Over Cecil 10K and 4 mile
- Date
- April 11, 2027
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Sunrise Over Cecil 10K and 4 mile
Apr 11, 2027