THE UNDERGROUND 5K is a running race on October 30, 2026 in Huntsville, AL, with entry fees from $15 to $35.
From the Organizer
FRIDAY NIGHT. OCTOBER 30TH. WE’RE GOING UNDERGROUND.
THE UNDERGROUND 5K TAKES OVER THE BOTTOM LEVEL OF THE PARKING GARAGE FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY.
DARK CONCRETE. LOUD MUSIC. FAST RACING. NIGHT BEFORE HALLOWEEN.
WE’LL KICK THINGS OFF WITH THE UNDERGROUND MILE AT 6:30PM, DROP THE 5K AT 7:00PM, THEN KEEP THE NIGHT GOING WITH THE UNDERGROUND AFTER PARTY.
COME TO RACE.
COME IN COSTUME.
COME FOR THE PARTY.
JUST COME READY TO RUN THE UNDERGROUND.
Weather
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
70°
Typical Low
46°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Huntsville Intl Ap, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
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
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THE UNDERGROUND 5K
Oct 30, 2026