Running for Africa 2026

Event Overview

🎉 Lace Up for a Life-Changing Adventure! 🎉

The 3rd Annual Running for Africa 2026 is HERE! Powered by: Fleet Feet Huntsville/Madison

Date and Location

• Event Date: Saturday, September 19th, 2026
• Location: The Park at Hayes Farm-Huntsville, Alabama
• Gates Open: 7:00 AM — Late registration on site.

About the Race

Get ready to run, walk, cheer, win prizes, and change lives — all before lunch! 🌍👟

Join us for a high-energy morning of faith, fitness, and fun, all in support of Archangel Group International, a nonprofit on a mission to fight poverty and human trafficking in Africa. 💛

Founded by Decatur Police Officer Jonathan Macklin, Archangel Group International is “the hands and feet of Jesus”—restoring families, empowering communities, and providing critical law enforcement training across Africa.

Race Day Lineup

• 5K Run: Starts at 8:00 AM
• 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk: Starts at 9:00 AM
• Race Shirt: FREE for early registrants!
• Awards: Trophies for top overall & master male/female finishers (5K only) and 1st–3rd Place Medals in all age divisions (Male & Female).

Registration Fees

• 5K Run: $25
• 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk: $20
• Early Bird Deadline: September 1st, 2026 @ 12:00 AM. If you want a free race shirt, you must be registered by then.

Age Divisions

14 & under

15–19

20–24

25–29

30–34

35–39

40–44

45–49

50–54

55–59

60–64

65-69

70 & up

We would also like to add that all finishers will receive a medal this year to display and add to their collections!!

Why We Run

• Every dollar raised: fuels hope.
• Every mile: brings change.
• Every step: you take helps combat poverty, fight human trafficking, and empower families across Africa. 🌍👣

Whether you’re racing for a medal, walking for a cause, or just hoping to win a prize — this is your moment to make a difference.

Get Involved

🙏 Thank you for your support. We can’t wait to see you at the starting line!

More Information

For more details, please visit the official race page: Running for Africa 2026.