Upcoming running, biking, triathlon, duathlon and other events in the Tennessee Valley Outsider footprint. The TVO Calendar is updated periodically several months out for planning. We only include events that are confirmed, and with complete registration and contact information:
APRIL
April 25: National Cornbread Festival 5K, South Pittsburg, Tenn., starting at 8 a.m. Timed event. Register here
April 25: Little Red Schoolhouse 5K, at 8 a.m. at Heritage Park in Rogersville. Register here
April 25: Run the Runway 5K, at Pryor Field behind Calhoun Community College in Tanner, starting at 8 a.m. Run on the runway, tarmac and through a hangar in possibly the flattest 5K in the area. USATF-certified so perfect for a state age record. Register here
April 25: David McKannan Memorial 5K and. Fun Run, at Ditto Landing starting at 7 a.m. Proceeds will benefit the ALS Association. Fast, flat course and shaded along the Tennessee River. Register here
MAY
May 9: Smoke Rise half marathon, 10K and 5K, at Blevins Gap Nature Preserve in Huntsville. Runners will begin in the parking lot, take off uphill on the trails and loop back to the lot to the finish line. Half-marathoners do two loops. Challenging course. Register here
May 16-17: Cheaha Challenge Gran Fondo, includes Ultra, 100-mile Non-UCI, 84-62-44-24 mile events, 50/25/12-mile Chief Ladiga Cruise, expo and more. Info and register here
May 26: 46th annual Bill Penney Toyota Cotton Row Run 10K, 5K and 1-mile, starting at 7 a.m. in downtown Huntsville. One of the most iconic 10K races in the Southeast, with a fast field and solid course. Register here
JUNE
June 6: 18th annual Rainsville Freedom Run 10K and 5K, 8 a.m. at the DeKalb County Schools Coliseum in Rainsville. More than $10,000 in prize money and a strong, competitive field. Register here
June 6: Heel & Crank Duathlon, Adtran Tower at Cummings Research Park in Huntsville, transition opens 6 a.m. and races begin at 8 a.m. Register here
June 12: Greenway Grand Prix No. 1, 5K on Aldridge Creek Greenway near Publix. Register here
June 13: We Run, We Finish 5K, 8 a.m. at the John Hunt Running Park in Huntsville, hosted by the Rocket City Runners run club. All levels welcome to come run, jog, ruck and walk. Register here
June 13: MidCity 5K, starting at 8 a.m. at Blue Oak BBQ at MidCity in Huntsville, benefiting the Maitland Conservatory. Register here
June 20: Wild Thangs Trail Series No. 1, 10K and 5K at Monte Sano State Park. First of four weekends in the long-short trail series. Register here
June 27: Greenway Grand Prix No. 2, 4-miler on Indian Creek Greenway @ Creekwood Park. Register here
June 28: Pesky Pirhana Youth Tri, Piedmont Pool in Huntsville, transition opens 6:45 and races at 8 am. Register here
JULY
July 4: Freedom 5K and Independence Mile, downtown Huntsville on Church Street, starting at 7 a.m. Fast course, music, post-run hotdogs and more. Register here
July 4: Firecracker 5K and 1-mile fun run, starting at 7 a.m. at Morningside Baptist Church in south Huntsville. Runners start/finish at the church after hitting the flat, uber-fast Aldridge Creek Greenway. Certified course. Childcare provided by the church, along with homemade post-race refreshments. Register here
July 11: Wet Dog Triathlon, Decatur at Point Mallard Park, 400 meter open water swim, 15k bike ride and 5k run. Includes individual and relay options. Part of the Team Rocket Tri Club Summer Sprint Series. Register here
July 11: Wild Thangs Trail Series No. 2, 8 mile and 4 mile at Monte Sano State Park. Second of four weekends in the long-short trail series. Register here
July 17: Greenway Grand Prix No. 3, 8K on Big Cove Greenway at Hampton Cove Middle School. Register here
July 24: Greenway Grand Prix No. 4, 10K on Aldridge Creek Greenway at Ditto Landing. Register here
AUGUST
Aug. 1: Wild Thangs Trail Series No. 3, with 10 mile and 5 mile races at Monte Sano State Park. Third of four weekends in the long-short trail series. Register here
Aug. 22: Wild Thangs Trail Series No. 4, half-marathon and 10K at Monte Sano State Park. Final of four weekends in the long-short trail series. Register here
CYCLING
The Spring City Cycling Club holds a wide range of events in Huntsville and Madison County, and keeps up with others in the region. Check out the SCCC calendar for information about joining, rides and more.
