Arbor Day Races

National Arbor Day is a nationwide celebration of the importance of trees and their impact on our communities. Huntsville Botanical Garden is celebrating Arbor Day with a 5k Race and 3k Sapling Run on Saturday, April 25, 2026! This event will have a staggered start with the 5k Race beginning at 8:00 a.m. and the 3k Sapling Run beginning at 8:30 a.m. The 5k Race is a chip-timed event on a certified course, and the 3k Sapling Run is not timed. Both races take place on paved and gravel roads throughout Huntsville Botanical Garden. Pets, headphones, and non-registered participants over the age of three are not permitted on the course. Strollers are welcome for the 3k Sapling Run only. All participants under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. PACKET PICK-UP AND LATE REGISTRATION (if available): Fleet Feet Sports - Huntsville (2722 Carl T. Jones Drive) Friday, April 24, at 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Huntsville Botanical Garden (4747 Bob Wallace Avenue) Saturday, April 25, at 6:45 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. ENTRY FEES: 5k Race $30 prior to 3/31 or $40 beginning 3/31 3k Sapling Run Ages 11+ - $25 prior to 3/31 or $35 beginning 3/31 Ages 4-10 - $15 prior to 3/31 or $25 beginning 3/31 Ages 0-3 - Free with paid adult All registrants receive a commemorative short sleeved t-shirt. Ages 0-3 will not receive a shirt for the 3k Sapling Run. Both events have limited entries, so please register early! All registrations are final, non-transferable, and non-refundable.