Paper Chase 5K

🏃‍♂️Race Overview

The Paper Chase 5K raises funds to support teachers and children with free supplies through Free 2 Teach. Free 2 Teach invests in public school teachers so that they can equip and inspire every child in their classroom. Come out and join us on February 28, 2026, in downtown Huntsville.

🏅School Challenge

• Prize: The school with the most runners (family, supporters, staff, friends etc) will win $1,500 for their school library and/or technology needs!

🎟️Raffle Details

Additionally, this year to celebrate the launch of Free 2 Play, we will also be raffling off tickets to some of the hottest sports teams in town! Four lucky runners will win a family 4 pack of tickets to one of the following events: Savannah Bananas, Huntsville Havoc, Trash Pandas, or HCFC.

🏞️Course Information

• Scenic Route: The course winds through beautiful downtown Huntsville and is a partial loop certified with USATF (code: AL18003JE).
• All Levels Welcome: Runners of all levels are invited as are walkers. This is a great way to run with your family and friends in a casual and fun environment.
• Stroller Policy: Due to insurance restrictions, strollers are not permitted on the course.

🔔Registration Information

• T-Shirt Guarantee: PLEASE REGISTER BY JANUARY 31, 2026 TO GUARANTEE A T-SHIRT!
• Event Conditions: This race will be an in-person event, rain or shine. The race fee will go toward your registration and all funds are non-refundable. Thank you!

🎉Raffle Terms

The only way to enter the raffle is to enter the race. Four Bib numbers will be drawn after the race winners are announced. Here are the prizes:

• Savannah Bananas: 4 tickets to the 7pm game on 5/7/2026 at Truist Park (Braves Stadium).
• Huntsville Havoc: 2 tickets to your choice of home game in the 2025/2026 season and a goodie bag of team merchandise.
• Trash Pandas: 4 tickets to your choice of home game in the 2026 season.
• HCFC: 4 tickets to your choice of home game in the 2026 season.

⏰Registration Deadline

Online registration closes at 5pm on February 25, 2026! For more details, visit here.