Whiskey and Wine 5K
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Event overview
The Whiskey and Wine 5K is presented by The Running Birds and is scheduled for April 25, 2026 in Pelham, Alabama. The event is a single-loop 5K course that passes by Lake Tranquility at Oak Mountain State Park and includes some elevation. Along the course participants may take optional tastings of whiskey and wine at stations placed approximately every half mile, for a total of six tastings. The organizers will offer three different wines and three different whiskies; exact selections are kept secret. The event does not give competitive awards for finishing places.
Location, rules and services
The start/finish and packet pickup location is the Redbud Pavilion at Oak Mountain State Park (GPS 33.349113, -86.728967; street address 200 Terrace Drive, Pelham, AL 35124). Race day packet pickup is at the Redbud Pavilion. All participants receive a custom wristband at packet pickup; the wristband must be worn on course to access tasting stations and is exchanged at finish for a bottle of whiskey or wine. All participants must be 21 or older. There will be no alcohol sales on site. Two aid stations will be provided - one at the halfway point and one at the finish - both supplying water. Entries are non-refundable but may be transferred to another runner through the race organizer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.