26th Annual Millennium Run

🎉 Race Overview

Start 2026 off with one of North Alabama's greatest New Year traditions! Join hundreds of runners in Florence, Alabama for the 26th Annual Millennium Run on January 1st, 2026. The 5K race and 1 Mile run trek through the scenic Heathrow neighborhood. All benefiting Shoals Christian School.

🕒 Race Times

• 5K Race Start: 9:00 A.M.
• 1-Mile Fun Run Start: 9:10 A.M.
• Location: Shoals Christian School, Florence, Alabama
• Address: 301 Heathrow Dr. Florence, Alabama 35633

📝 Registration Options

Early Registration (Through Noon December 20th):

• 5K Race: $35.00 (Includes long-sleeve race shirt)
• 1 Mile Fun Run: $25.00 (Includes long-sleeve race shirt)

Last-Minute Registration (December 20th - Jan 4th):

• 5K Race: $40.00 (Race shirt no longer available)
• 1 Mile: $25.00 (Race shirt no longer available)

🏃‍♂️ Course Information

Experience one of the Shoals area's most popular race routes! Our 5K course winds through Florence's Heathrow neighborhood, offering runners a scenic yet fast race. The 1-mile Fun Run loops around the Shoals Christian School campus. Detailed course maps are available on race day.

🏫 Facilities and Amenities

The Shoals Christian School gymnasium opens at 7:30 a.m. offering:

• Indoor warm-up area
• Registration station
• Restrooms
• Awards ceremony venue
• Post-race refreshments

🤝 Community Support

All proceeds benefit Shoals Christian School, serving the Shoals area community. Join runners from Florence, Muscle Shoals, Sheffield, Tuscumbia, and across North Alabama for this meaningful event.

ℹ️ Additional Information

• Race Director: David McKelvey
• Phone/Text: (256) 627-2480
• Email: millenniumrunal@gmail.com
• Volunteer opportunities: are available.

“Let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus…” Hebrews 12:1d-2a

For more information, visit the official race page.