2026 Railway Marathon And Half Marathon Presented by Craneworks

The 2026 Railway Marathon and Half Marathon presented by CraneWorks is scheduled for Saturday, February 7, 2026, in Fultondale, Alabama. The event takes place at Black Creek Park, located at 777 Yarbrough Road. Participants can expect cool to mild conditions typical of early February in central Alabama, with average temperatures ranging from the upper 30s to mid-50s Fahrenheit. The event features road and paved greenway racing on a USATF-certified, relatively flat course that follows the Five Mile Creek Greenway, passing through Fultondale, Gardendale, and Brookside. The route is designed for speed, making it suitable for both experienced runners aiming for personal records and beginners seeking a fast time.

What distances are available for this event?

• →50K Ultra starting at 7:45 AM CST
• →Marathon starting at 7:45 AM CST
• →Half Marathon starting at 7:45 AM CST
• →10K starting at 8:00 AM CST
• →5K (Covenant Rescue Group 5K) starting at 8:00 AM CST
• →1 Mile Fun Run starting at 8:05 AM CST
• →Virtual 5K with flexible timing before February 7

How much does registration cost?

• →50K Ultra: $115
• →Marathon: $115
• →Half Marathon: $90
• →10K: $55
• →5K: $35
• →1 Mile Fun Run: $15
• →Virtual 5K: $25

What are the event start times and schedule?

• →50K Ultra: 7:45 AM to 1:45 PM CST
• →Marathon: 7:45 AM to 1:45 PM CST
• →Half Marathon: 7:45 AM to 1:45 PM CST
• →10K: 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST
• →5K: 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST
• →1 Mile Fun Run: 8:05 AM to 9:00 AM CST
• →Packet pickup on Friday, February 6 from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at The Trak Shak, 2839 18th St S, Birmingham, AL
• →Limited race-day packet pickup starting at 6:30 AM at the finish line

Is there a cutoff time for the races?

• →All events must be completed within 6 hours
• →The 50K Ultra, Marathon, and Half Marathon have a 6-hour cutoff
• →The 10K and 5K have a 2-hour cutoff
• →The 1 Mile Fun Run has a 55-minute cutoff

What is included with registration?

• →Custom medals for all finishers across every distance
• →Aid stations stocked with water, sports drinks, and gels
• →USATF-certified course for marathon runners
• →Boston Qualifier eligibility for the marathon distance

What is the course description and terrain?

• →Paved road and greenway surface following the Five Mile Creek Greenway
• →Relatively flat and fast route ideal for personal records
• →Gentle grades typical of a converted railway corridor
• →Scenic route alongside creeks and wooded areas
• →Passes through Fultondale, Gardendale, and Brookside
• →Start and finish located at Black Creek Park, 777 Yarbrough Road

What charitable cause does this event support?

• →Proceeds support Unless U, an organization providing continued education and job training for adults with special needs
• →Learn more at www.unlessu.org

Are there any course support services available?

• →Aid stations with water, sports drinks, and gels
• →6-hour cutoff time for all distance events
• →The course is USATF certified and a Boston Qualifier for the marathon

What are the age requirements or categories?

• →The event offers distances suitable for various experience levels
• →Categories include 50K Ultra, Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, and 1 Mile Fun Run
• →The event is open to both experienced marathoners and beginners

What is the event format?

• →Road and paved greenway event
• →Rails-to-trail course on the Five Mile Creek Greenway
• →In-person races with a virtual 5K option
• →All events have specific start times and cutoffs as listed above