Von Braun Center 5K Music Run

DATE:

Saturday, August 30, 2025, at 8:00 a.m.

- Lineup & starting line: Monroe Street in front of the VBC Propst Arena lobby
- Finish line & after party: VBC Mars Music Hall
 
ABOUT:

We’re back for Year Two of the VBC 5K Music Run!

Join us for a commemorative run through Downtown Huntsville as we continue celebrating the Von Braun Center’s 50th anniversary—and kick off Huntsville Music Month in stride!

For five decades, the VBC has been your place to celebrate, cheer, and sing along to your favorite bands. Now, the stage is expanding into the streets with help from the Huntsville Music Office, local musicians will perform live along the route—from the starting line to the finish and every mile in between!

Every runner receives:

- A commemorative medal
- A race t-shirt
(Register by Monday, August 4 to guarantee availability)
 

REGISTRATION INFO:

- Race Registration: $35 plus fees
- Online registration closes: Wednesday, August 27 at midnight
- Walk-up registration (if not sold out): Race day from 6:30–7:30 AM
⚠️ We sold out in 2024—register early to secure your spot!
 
COURSE INFO:

We heard you, and we’re doing it right this year!
After last year’s route came up just shy of a full 5K, we’ve partnered with the experts at Fleet Feet Huntsville to help design a runner-approved course for 2025.  This year’s route winds through the paved streets of Downtown Huntsville and finishes at the VBC Mars Music Hall with a live music after party featuring the band JUICE!

- Strollers are not permitted on the course
- New route for 2025! 

 
📦 PACKET PICKUP:

Friday, August 29-11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Fleet Feet Huntsville; located at 2722 Carl T Jones Dr. SE B2, Huntsville, AL 35802

Race Day Pickup- 6:30 – 7:30 AM at the VBC

MUSIC LINEUP PRESENTED BY HUNTSVILLE MUSIC OFFICE:
• Starting Line: Brandon Elder
• Route Performance: Karmessa Padgett
• Route Performance: Charles & Tanya Harris
• Route Performance: Josh Allison 
• Finish Line & After Party: The JUICE Band

THANK YOU SPONSORS!