Upcoming Races in Florence, Alabama 2026

Written By: Jeremy N

If you are looking for races in Florence, Alabama, you have come to the right place. Florence has a growing running scene with 5 races listed in our directory, including 2 upcoming events in 2026. Whether you are lacing up for your first 5K or chasing a new personal record, there is something here for every runner.

Upcoming Races in Florence, Alabama

Here is a look at the top upcoming races in Florence this year. We update our listings weekly so you always have the most current information.

Howl-O-Ween Dash

Date: October 31, 2026

Get ready for a spooktacular morning at McFarland Park where you can tackle a 5K or take a leisurely 1-Mile Fun Run while supporting the Florence-Lauderdale and Colbert County Animal Shelters! Read full details →

Register for this Race →


Dam Bridge 10K

Date: November 21, 2026

Distance: 10K

Get ready to experience a scenic 10K journey through Florence, AL that takes you across two iconic bridges spanning the Tennessee RiverWilson Dam on the way out and the beautiful Singing River Bridge on the way back, with a portion of the paved TVA nature trail mixed in for good… Read full details →

Register for this Race →

Why Run in Florence?

Running events in Florence offer a mix of community fun runs, charity 5Ks, and competitive road races throughout the year. The local running community is active and welcoming to runners of all levels — from first-timers to seasoned racers. Many of these events benefit local charities and organizations, making race day about more than just your finish time.

Find More Races in Alabama

Florence is just one part of a thriving Alabama running scene. If you want to explore more events across the state, check out our full race listings for Alabama — we track every upcoming running event from 1 mile fun runs to full marathons.

Get Ready to Race

Found a race you want to run? The next step is making sure you are properly trained for it. Whether you are a first-timer aiming to finish or a veteran chasing a PR, having the right training plan makes all the difference.

Take our free 3-question training plan quiz and get matched to the right plan for your fitness level in under a minute. We will send it straight to your inbox so you can start training today.

Good luck out there — see you at the finish line in Florence!

Hi, Jeremy Here, 

I am the the guy behind Train for a 5K. On this site, I share everything that learned along my running journey. The content I create is the running training I wish I had before we started this journey. About Jeremy. 

I have run over 250 races including the California International Marathon, Clarksburg Country Run, and various other 5K & 10K races throughout the United States. I am a former Athletics department employee at University of the Pacific and Shoe Consultant with Dicks Sporting Goods

Become a Train For a 5K Insider