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Saturday, November 7th, 2026
2850 19th Street South, Homewood AL
10K
49–68°F · low rain risk
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On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
53–71°F
dry
2024
65–82°F
dry
2023
53–79°F
dry
2022
64–81°F
dry
2021
40–65°F
dry
2020
58–72°F
dry
2019
54–70°F
rain
2018
55–69°F
rain
2017
64–73°F
dry
2016
58–77°F
dry
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About this race
Race Overview
Welcome to the 52nd edition of this classic Birmingham race. What started as the Bicentennial Run in November 1975 with 221 runners has grown into one of the most popular road races in the Southeast. This year's 10k is designated as the RRCA Alabama 10k State Championship!
Race Information
- Date: 2026-11-07
- Location: 2850 19th Street South, Homewood, AL
- URL: BTC Vulcan Run
- Registration Deadline: You must register by October 19 to guarantee receiving a shirt.
Participant Information
Participants receive a gender-neutral shirt designed especially for this race.
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