Race Days Schedules
Saturday, January 24, 2026 - 7K Race Day Schedule
Lake Shelby, 21101 State Highway 135, Gulf Shores, AL
Packet Pick Up 7:30 AM - 8:45 AM - Located at Lake Shelby, 21101 State Highway 135, Gulf Shores, AL
9:00 AM – Start 7K
9:10 AM -- Fun Run/Walk Start
10:15 AM - Estimated time for 7K Awards
10:30 AM – Course Officially Closes
Sunday, January 25, 2026- Marathon & Half Marathon Race Day Schedule
The Hangout, 101 E. Beach Blvd., Gulf Shores, AL
6:15 AM -Race Day Opens:
Information/Solutions, Late Pick Up, Gear Check
6:45-7:15 - Meet the Pacers inside The HangOut
7:20 - Opening Ceremonies Begin
7:30 AM – Start
9:00 AM - Beer Service Starts
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM - Band
10:00 AM - Half Marathon Awards*
12:00 PM - Marathon Awards*
2:30 PM – Course Officially Closes
3:30 PM – Post-Race Party Ends
*For anyone missing the ceremony, you may pick up your award from the awards table at the main stage any time after the posted ceremony time. We will NOT mail out awards or have available after celebration. CHECK YOUR RESULTS!
Get yourself pumped for the Sunday Celebration at the Big Beach Marathon Party Palooza!
All participants and their guests are invited to the Party Palooza Sunday, January 25, 2026, at The Hangout.
