The Visit Tuscaloosa Half Marathon and 5K registration will open Oct. 23 with special offers for early birds.
Runners are encouraged to seize the opportunity to secure an exclusive limited time offer of $50 for the Half Marathon and $20 for the 5K from Oct. 23-25. Early bird prices will be available after Oct. 25 at $65 for the Half Marathon and $25 for the 5K.
Wagner’s RunWalk, located at 420 Queen City Ave., will host a kickoff run party on Monday at 5:30 pm. Attendees can win prizes, including free entries to the Tuscaloosa Half Marathon or 5K. Also, up for grabs are a pair of top-quality shoes from Wagner’s (valued at $140), a comprehensive running assessment (valued at $150) from Physiolete, and other assorted goodies.
Participants can look forward to complimentary beer (21+), bites, information on training plans, and a welcoming running community. Additionally, the first 50 individuals to provide proof of registration for the Half Marathon or 5K will receive a free In-Training shirt. And, the entry to this kickoff event is open to all and is free of charge.
Visit Tuscaloosa Spotlights Sports Tourism
“We are thrilled to see the momentum build around the Visit Tuscaloosa Half Marathon & 5K,” said Kelsey Rush, President and CEO of Visit Tuscaloosa. “This event showcases not just the vibrant spirit of our community, but also the commitment to health and wellness that defines Tuscaloosa.”
“We are thrilled to work with Visit Tuscaloosa once again on the half marathon,” said Mike Wattigny, Marketing Director of Freshjunkie Racing. “Each year we bring in more visitors to showcase the vibrant city of Tuscaloosa, furthering our commitment to making a positive sports tourism impact in the communities we serve.”
The Visit Tuscaloosa Half Marathon and 5K is scheduled for March 23, 2024, starting and finishing at Government Plaza. Please visit TuscaloosaHalf.com for more information and to register for the Visit Tuscaloosa Half Marathon and 5K.
