Rocket City Runners x Run With Kenyans 1 Mile Juneteenth 5K & 10K
Join Rocket City Runners and Run With Kenyans for an unforgettable Juneteenth Run on Saturday, June 19, 2027 at 8:00am!
Whether you choose the 1 mile, 5K, or 10K, you'll be running for an incredible cause as we celebrate Juneteenth and the power of community through running.
The race begins at the newly renovated Ditto Landing and follows the beautiful, shaded Aldridge Creek Greenway. This is an out-and-back course, with turnaround points clearly marked at the 5K and 10K locations, allowing you to choose your distance.
Every participant will receive a custom finisher medal and shirt upon completing their race. In addition, we'll recognize the largest registered group/team with a special award. Age group awards will also be presented, with full placement details to be announced soon.
We are incredibly excited to partner with Run With Kenyans for this special event. All donations from the race will benefit the Run Abroad Initiative, which supports:
Student-athlete scholarships and exchange program opportunities
Youth summer camps
Community park and wellness running programs
Shoe drives for aspiring Kenyan student-athletes
The development of a high-altitude training camp in Kenya
Professional race timing and results will be provided by RunningLane, who will also host packet pickup.
Packet Pickup
Location: RunningLane
2407 Memorial Parkway SW
Huntsville, AL 35801
Tuesday, June 15, 2027: 12:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Friday, June 18, 2027: 12:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Come celebrate freedom, fitness, and community while making a lasting impact both locally and internationally. Whether you're chasing a personal record, walking your first 5K, or supporting an amazing cause, this is a race you won't want to miss!
Walk. Jog. Run. All are welcome!
🚨 PRICE INCREASE ALERT 🚨
Please be advised that registration prices will increase on the following dates:
📅 November 1, 2026
📅 January 15, 2027
📅 March 15, 2027
📅 June 1, 2027
Secure your spot early and lock in the current price before the next increase!
Jun 19, 2027
Distance — 1.6K
Type — Running
08:00
$20.00
Jun 19, 2027
Distance — 10K
Type — Running
08:00
$35.00
Jun 19, 2027
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
08:00
$30.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for June 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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