Arbor Day 5K Race & 3K Sapling Run
April 25 @ 8:00 am – 11:00 am
Race for the trees!
National Arbor Day is a nationwide celebration of the importance of trees and their impact on our communities. We’re celebrating Arbor Day with a 5k Race and 3k Sapling Fun-Run on Saturday, April 25, 2026!
Race Details
This event features a staggered start.
- 5K Race (chip-timed, certified course) – Begins at 8:00 a.m.
- 3K Sapling Run (not timed) – Begins at 8:30 a.m.
Both races will take participants through the scenic paved and gravel roads of Huntsville Botanical Garden and the US Space and Rocket Center.
Pets, headphones, and non-registered participants over the age of three are not permitted on the course. Strollers are welcome for the 3k Sapling Run only. All participants under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.
Awards: The top 3 finishers in each 5K race category will receive an Arbor Day Race medal!
Registration
Register before March 31 to save $10 on registration fees. To ensure your preferred shirt size, please register by March 20.
5k Race
- $30 prior to 3/31 or $40 beginning 3/31
3k Sapling Run
- Ages 11+ – $25 prior to 3/31 or $35 beginning 3/31
- Ages 4-10 – $15 prior to 3/31 or $25 beginning 3/31
- Ages 0-3 – Free with paid adult
All registrants receive a commemorative short sleeved t-shirt. Ages 0-3 will not receive a shirt for the 3k Sapling Run. Both events have limited entries, so please register early! All registrations are final, non-transferable, and non-refundable.
Packet Pick-Up and Late Registration (if available):
Packets must be picked up by 7:45 a.m. on Race Day to participate.
Fleet Feet Sports – Huntsville (2722 Carl T. Jones Drive)
Friday, April 24, at 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Huntsville Botanical Garden (4747 Bob Wallace Avenue) – Nichols Arbor
Saturday, April 25, at 6:45 a.m. to 7:45 a.m.
Race Maps
5K Race: See certification & map.
3K Sapling Fun Run:
Race Day Weather Policy
- The race will take place rain or shine. For participant safety, the event may be canceled in the case of extreme weather conditions. No refunds will be issued if the event is canceled. Because all Garden events directly support our Plant Science and Conservation work, race registration will be considered a donation to the Garden.
See the fun from 2025!
