Liz Hurley Ribbon Run to Move Start Line

The 23rd annual 5K race in downtown Huntsville will feature a modified route on October 17, 2026.

Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Running

Liz Hurley Ribbon Run to Move Start Line

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The 23rd annual Liz Hurley Ribbon Run will take place on October 17, 2026, with a new start and finish line located south of the Federal Courthouse Building. Construction of the new Huntsville Middle School and associated fencing around Lowe Avenue have necessitated these adjustments to the 5K course.

Why it matters

Proceeds from the race are dedicated to funding a new 3D mammography machine for the community. The updated route ensures the event can proceed safely despite ongoing infrastructure projects in the downtown area.

The race spans a 5K distance and marks the 23rd annual occurrence of the event. Organizers have set the new start and finish line near the intersection of Lowe Avenue and Gallatin Street.

The players

Liz Hurley

This individual is the namesake of the annual ribbon run event in Huntsville dedicated to breast cancer awareness and funding for medical equipment.

The details

Participants will run a modified route heading east to Franklin Street, north past the downtown Square, and through various city streets before returning to the start point. Free parking is available at the Surgery Center of Huntsville, the Twickenham City garage, the Redstone Federal Credit Union garage, and the Orthopedic and Spine Tower garage.

The 23rd annual Liz Hurley Ribbon Run takes place on October 17, 2026.
Free Orbit bus transit service ends at 11 a.m. on October 17, 2026.

Season Trajectory

The race follows a pattern set by other major sporting events that frequently adjust their routes to accommodate municipal construction projects. This change ensures the long-standing community tradition maintains its continuity despite localized infrastructure development.

Attendees can utilize free Orbit bus service, which will operate on a modified schedule with temporary stops near Gallatin, Williams Avenue, and the Big Spring Park crosswalk. Drivers should account for the new start and finish location south of the Federal Courthouse Building when planning their commute.

The takeaway

Participants are encouraged to review the updated course map to familiarize themselves with the new downtown layout before race day. Utilizing the free shuttle services will help attendees navigate around the construction zones and limited parking areas more effectively.