Join us for an exciting morning of fitness, fun, and community! The FIT UAH Recreation is thrilled to partner with UAH Student Life & Family Weekend to bring you this vibrant celebration on Saturday, September 26th, 2026. Whether you are UAH affiliated or not, everyone is welcome to participate in this colorful 5K experience!
This Family Weekend signature event features a fun and festive 5K and 1 Mile experience designed for students, families, alumni, and community members of all ages and fitness levels. Come celebrate together as we paint the morning with color and create lasting memories with your loved ones.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun morning activity with family and friends, this is the perfect opportunity to get active, enjoy the outdoors, and be part of a wonderful UAH tradition!
For further questions, comments, or concerns, please contact Miguel Cortes, Fitness and Group Exercise Coordinator, at mac0058@uah.edu or 256-824-5521.
Sep 26, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
09:00
$30.00
Sep 26, 2026
Distance — 1.6K
Type — Running
10:15
$15.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for September in Huntsville.
Learn more about the host city, Huntsville.
Huntsville is the most populous city in the U.S. state of Alabama. The population was 215,006 at the 2020 census, making it the 100th-most populous city in the U.S., while the Huntsville metropolitan area has an estimated 542,000 residents and is the second-most populous metropolitan area in the state. As of July 1, 2025, the city's population was estimated to be 233,627 – a 8.7% increase since the 2020 Census. This makes it among the top 20 fastest growing cities in the US. Huntsville is the county seat of Madison County, with portions extending into Limestone County, Marshall County, and Morgan County.
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