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Saturday, September 26th, 2026
1410 Ben Graves Drive,, Huntsville AL
5K
63–82°F · low rain risk
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2025
65–80°F
dry
2024
63–80°F
rain
2023
63–88°F
dry
2022
55–79°F
dry
2021
55–78°F
dry
2020
64–78°F
dry
2019
70–91°F
dry
2018
70–73°F
rain
2017
63–85°F
dry
2016
72–92°F
dry
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About this race
4th Annual UAH Family Weekend Color Run 5K
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.
Event Schedule
- 6:30am: Setup
- 8:00am: Open Registration
- 9:00am: Color Run 5K begins
- 10:15am: Lil Chargers Stampede (kids' fun run)
- 10:45am: 1 Mile finish line and awards ceremony
- 11:00am: Event concludes
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!
Contact Information
For further questions, comments, or concerns, please contact Miguel Cortes, Fitness and Group Exercise Coordinator, at mac0058@uah.edu or 256-824-5521.
Additional Information
To register or find out more, please visit our website: Family Weekend & Friends Weekend Color Run.
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