Rocket City Runners Juneteenth Race

🚀 Rocket City Runners Juneteenth 1 Mile, 5K & 10K
Join Rocket City Runners on Saturday, June 19, 2027, at 8:00 AM for an unforgettable Juneteenth Run celebrating freedom, fitness, and the power of community!

Whether you choose the 1 Mile, 5K, or 10K, you'll be part of something bigger than a race. Lace up your shoes, bring your friends and family, and join us as we run for an incredible cause!

🏅 SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: DOUBLE ROCKET SERIES! 🏅

The 10K is officially part of our DOUBLE ROCKET SERIES! Complete the Juneteenth 10K in June and the Random Medal 5K in August to earn a third medal: the exclusive Double Rocket Medal! 🚀🏅

That's right, Rockets! Take on both races, complete both challenges, and earn a special medal celebrating your accomplishment. Don't miss your chance to be part of this unique race series!

📍 Race Location
Ditto Landing, Huntsville, Alabama

The race begins at the newly renovated Ditto Landing and follows the beautiful, shaded Aldridge Creek Greenway. The course features an out-and-back route with clearly marked turnaround points, allowing participants to complete their chosen distance.

🏅 What's Included?
Custom finisher medal for every participant who completes their race.
Custom race shirt.
Age-group awards for 1st and 2nd place in the following divisions:

1–9
10–19
20–29
30–39
40–49
50–59
60–69
70–79
80–89

A special award for the largest registered group or team.
Professional race timing and results provided by RunningLane.
🤝 Running for a Greater Purpose
At Rocket City Runners, we're passionate about investing in the next generation of runners! We're proud to use this special Juneteenth celebration as an opportunity to support young athletes and help prepare the runners of tomorrow.

All donations from this race will benefit the Jemison High School Cross Country Team, helping support young athletes as they continue to grow, compete, and pursue their running goals.

Every step makes a difference, and every contribution helps us invest in the future of the sport!

📦 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
RunningLane will provide professional race timing and results and host packet pickup.

🚨 PRICE INCREASE ALERT! 🚨
Registration prices will increase on the following dates:

📅 November 1, 2026
📅 January 15, 2027
📅 March 15, 2027
📅 June 1, 2027

Don't wait until the last minute! Secure your spot early and lock in the current registration price before the next increase.

❤️🖤💚 Be Part of Something Bigger!
Come celebrate Juneteenth with us as we honor freedom, build community, support young athletes, and make a lasting impact through running.

Whether you're chasing a personal record, walking your first mile, tackling your first 5K, or taking on the 10K and joining our Random Medal Series, there's a place for you at the starting line!

Walk. Jog. Run. All are welcome!

🚀 One community. One purpose. Every step makes a difference.