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2026 MGM Runway 5K

Sat, May 30, 2026, 7:30 AM CDT

Location
Montgomery, AL
Montgomery Regional Airport, 4445 Selma Highway, 36108
Type
RUN
Official registration

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At a glance

Run on an active airfield, get up close with planes, and enjoy unique views at this one-of-a-kind airport 5K.

  • Fun
  • Scenic
  • Quirky

Experience a truly unique 5K at the Montgomery Regional Airport. This second annual event invites runners and walkers onto a closed course across the airfield, including taxiways and a runway. Enjoy unparalleled views of the MGM terminal and get an exciting, close-up perspective of aircraft landing and taking off. It's an opportunity to explore airport grounds and participate in a race unlike any other, limited to 500 participants.

What to expect

  • Run or walk a flat, closed course on the airport's taxiways and runway.
  • Enjoy unique views of the MGM terminal and active aircraft.
  • Limited to 500 participants for an exclusive experience.

Standout details

  • Run on an active airport runway
  • Close-up views of aircraft
  • Limited to 500 participants
  • Flat course terrain

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Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 5K

    Sat, May 30, 7:30 AM CDT · From $39.60

    Opens Feb 13, 2026, 6:58 AM CST · Closes Apr 30, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

  • 5k Spectator

    Sat, May 30, 7:30 AM CDT · From $0.00

    Opens Mar 13, 2026, 7:58 AM CDT · Closes May 30, 2026, 4:30 AM CDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

warm-day exposure

  • Warm season

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

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From the organizer

The Montgomery Regional Airport is excited to host its second annual Runway 5K. The MGM Runway 5K is on a closed course located on the airfield with roughly four miles of runway. Racers will run on Taxiway Bravo, Delta, Echo, and Runway 3-21 south, which are all located beside our active Runway 3-21. Runners will have a chance to run beside aircraft and get a close-up view of aircraft landing and taking off. The uniqueness of this event allows runners to experience the airport grounds, amazing views of the MGM terminal and participate in a 5K race like no other! You must register as a runner to participate. Children 14 and under must be accompanied by a registered adult. Children 5 and under free with registered adult. The race will be limited to the first 500 participants. Early registration is encouraged! Registered participants will be able to run or walk the runway.

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