Friday, March 27, 2026, at 5:30pmBarber Motorsports Park
Birmingham, AL

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Have you ever wondered what it’s like to run the race track at the world-renowned Barber Motorsports Park? Well, now you can! Experience the 17-turn road course like never before at The INDY 5K presented by BlueCross BlueShield of Alabama, on May 2nd at the Barber Motorsports Park. Race participation includes Friday Grounds Admission to the Children’s of Alabama Indy Grand Prix.

Race Day Location – Friday, March 27 at 5:30 pm:
Barber Motorsports Park
Lot E  for Race Day Check-In and Packet Pickup
6040 Barber Motorsports Parkway
Birmingham, AL 35094
[Directions | Map]

What is included in your Race Entry Fee:
5K Entry Fee Information [Click Here]

• INDY 5K Race Finisher Medal
• INDY 5K Race T-shirt
• Chip Timed 5K
• USATF Certified 5K Course [Course Map] AL19010JE
• Friday Grounds Admission to the Children’s of Alabama Indy Grand Prix
• One onsite parking pass
• Swag bag/sponsor swag
• One entry to the post-race party

The first 500 to register will receive a shirt. Register early to get the size you want. (Shirt sizes not guaranteed)

Pre-Race Registration and Packet Pick up:  
Hampton Inn 
310 Rex Lake Rd.
Leeds, AL 35094
Wednesday, March 25, 2026 – 1:00pm – 5:00pm
Thursday, March 26, 2026 – 7:30am – 1:00pm
If you plan to register on-site: Registration will be Cashless (Credit Card only), please plan to register before arriving to speed up the packet pickup process. 
NOTE: You will need to bring a valid State-issued ID (driver’s license) to receive an age 21+ wristband in the Post-Race hospitality tent. The 21+ wristband is required to receive age 21+ beverages.

Race Day Registration & Packet Pick Up:
For those who are not able to attend pre-race registration and packet pick up, this will begin promptly at 10:30am on Friday, March 27th  in Lot E.
Race Day Packet Pickup Location [Click Here]
NOTE: You will need to bring a valid State-issued ID (driver’s license) to receive an age 21+ wristband in the Post-Race hospitality tent. The 21+ wristband is required to receive age 21+ beverages. 

NOTE: 5K Participants should be checked in with bib number in hand by 5:00 pm. There will be a short walk to the start line on the track (Turn 10) from the registration area. Please plan for ample time to arrive at Barber Motorsports Park in Lot E.  ALL 5K Participants are required to sign a waiver to be allowed to run on the race track on Friday at the Packet Pickup Registration tent, we will give you a wristband that will allow access to the race track.

All guests attending who are not participating will need to purchase a Friday general admission pass. Kids 15 & under are free and don’t require a ticket: use this link: https://www.cuetoems.com/indy_2024/Tickets.aspx

Need your RunSignUp confirmation? – Login to RunSignup [Click Here] 
Information on how to print your Registration Confirmation [Click Here] 

Race Day Parking:  Barber Motorsports Park Map

• Parking will be available onsite in Lot E. Please be sure to show your printed Indy 5K registration to enter and park in Lot E.
• Upon entering Barber Motorsports Park turn left at the “T” intersection by the Museum. At the gate, show your printed  Indy 5K registration for entry to Barber Motorsports Park and the INDY 5K.
• Packet Pick up & Registration will be close to the entrance of the race track (north side of Lot E) Perimeter Road [Click Here].  

Race Day Location: Barber Motorsports Park
6040 Barber Motorsports Parkway
Birmingham, AL 35094
[Directions | Map]

Pet Policy
Pets are NOT allowed at Barber Motorsports Park.

Race Day Agenda:
Friday, March 27, 2026
10:30am – Registration Opens @ Barber Motorsports Park 
5:00pm – 5K Registration Closes
5:15pm – Short walk to the Start Line  
5:30pm – 5K Start
6:00-7:00pm – Post-race party – Bring your ID for 21+ Wrist band
6:30 pm – 5K Awards & Draw Prizes

5K Awards:
5K Male and Female Awards – Overall and Age Group Awards will not be duplicated

• Top Overall Male/Female
• Top 3 Male/Female (10-Year Age Groups) 
  • 14 and Under
    
  • 15 – 19 
  • 20 – 29
  • 30 – 39
  • 40 – 49
  • 50 – 59
  • 60 – 69
  • 70+

Draw Prizes:

• 2 Saturday Margarita Grill passes
• 2 Saturday & 2 Sunday General Admission tickets

Water Stations:
Water stop locations will be at the start line, finish line, and halfway mark on the 5K.

Strollers at the Race: If you are participating with a stroller and/or children, we ask that you keep your children with you at all times and that you start from the back of the starting line. This will allow your family members, and our other participants, a safer race experience.

5K Sponsorship Information:
If you are interested in sponsorship opportunities, please contact Kyle Phillips at kphillips@zoommoto.com

Cancellation Statement:
Your entry fee is non-refundable. This event will occur rain or shine, warm or cold. We reserve the right to cancel in extreme circumstances. In that event, there will be no refunds, rather, your entry fee will be used as a donation to Children’s of Alabama.

Transfer of Registration Policy:
Your entry fee is non-refundable. Participants can transfer their online registration (Online Only) until March 20, 2026. After March 20, 2026, registrations are non-transferable. [Click Here] to learn more about how to transfer your registration.

Waiver forms:
All 5K Participants must sign a Waiver form to receive a wristband to be on the track.  Only registered 5K participants will be allowed on the track.
Waivers will need to be signed at packet pickup.
Participants over 21 will also receive an additional wristband for adult beverages that will be available.  Please remember to bring your ID showing you are 21+.

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