Top Spring Races 2014

You might have missed it because of Huntsville’s wacky weather, but March 20 was the first day of spring.

Make sure you don’t miss these top spring races 2014:

1. Scholarship Fund Run 8k

Every year the Huntsville Track Club holds the Fund Run 8K to benefit the Harold and Louise Tinsley fund, which awards a deserving high school track star a scholarship to continue their love of running at the college level. Registration online here, or for more information contact Tab Barnett at 256-883-5124 or Tab@Knology.net.

When: April 5, 9:00 am
Where: Huntsville Middle School
How Much: $15

2. Heel & Crank

For those who like to run and bike, the Heel & Crank Duathlon is the best of both worlds. Starting in Mooresville, competitors run 3 miles, jump on their bikes for 13.5 miles, then run 3 more. It’s for a great cause – ALS research – in the memory of late triathlete Darin Kruse, and all entrants will be treated to pancakes and trimmings after the race. Email race director Eric Broyles at heelandcrank@gmail.com or phone 256-417-2373 for more info.

When: April 12, 8:00 am
Where: Mooresville
How Much: $55

3. Bridge Street Half Marathon

One of the most anticipated races of spring is the Bridge Street Half Marathon, run through the Bridge Street Town Centre shopping complex and Research Park. It filled up quickly, but race director Suzanne Taylor is reopening registration for 90 more spots on April 1. Registration and information can be found at here. Also, if you do both the Heel and Crank and Bridgestreet Half back to back (Saturday and Sunday) you’ll receive a special beer mug commemorating your achievement. Cheers.

When: April 13, 7:00 am
Where: Bridgestreet Town Centre
How Much: $60

4. Boston Commemorative 3-5 Mile Fun Run

Fleet Feet Sports will be hosting a fun run to unite runners and walkers to remember those lives that were lost and those that were injured at the 2013 Boston Marathon. The fun run will start and end at Fleet Feet Sports.

When: April 15, 5:30 pm
Where: Fleet Feet Sports

5. Guntersville Duathlon

How about this for an event — run and bike around the scenic Guntersville Lake. The duathlon consists of a 3.1 mile run, 16.2-mile bike then a 1-mile run to finish. All proceeds benefit Marshall County families and sexual assault victims. There will also be a kids duathlon, moon bounce and lunch. Registration open through April 25 here. Contact Chris Sucic at csucic@me.com or 256-348-0945.

When: April 26, 8:00 am
Where: Guntersville Lake
How Much: $35

6. Celebrate Growing Huntsville 5K Walk and Run

This second year race helps support Deep Roots of Alabama, a neat organization that helps teach residents of Lincoln Village to grow their own food and make healthy lifestyle choices. Registration can be found here. For more information contact Wendy Payne at 256-652-2569 or find the event on Facebook.

When: May 10, 8:00 am
Where: Big Spring Park
How Much: $20

7. David McKannan Memorial 5K Run and Walk

This 5k was named after the former Grissom High School/Auburn University track star who died last year after a valiant battle against ALS. The race weaves around the area where McKannan used to run and benefits the local chapter of the ALS association of Alabama. Registration through April 16 can be found here. For more information visit web.alsa.org or find the event on Facebook.

When: May 17, 8:00 am
Where: Grissom High School
How Much: $20

8. Cotton Row 10K and 5K

One of the premier races in the South for the last 33 years, the Cotton Row 10k and 5k have become a Memorial Day tradition in Huntsville. The 10K race (combined with the 5k and 1-mile fun run) have become one of the biggest running events in Huntsville, drawing over 10,000 runners. Registration can be found here.