Smile-A-Mile (Sam) 5K
About this race
The Smile-A-Mile (SAM) 5K helps raise funds to support our mission. The SAM 5K will start and finish at SAM Place in downtown Birmingham with post-race activities and awards. For those who are unable or do not wish to attend in-person, we have a virtual option so you can run, walk wherever you prefer or sleep-in while still supporting Smile-A-Mile!
Smile-A-Mile started 41 years ago with just a single summer camp session for children in Alabama with cancer. Over the years, we have expanded to provide year-round programming that serves children and their families from diagnosis and through the years beyond treatment. Help us continue supporting these families across Alabama!
Join fellow runners on August 29, 2026 for the Smile-A-Mile (Sam) 5K. It's a fantastic 5K, 1.6K featuring a flat and fast course in Birmingham.
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SAM 5K
Chip timing will be included for all participants and finisher medals will be given to all who complete the in-person 5K. Awards given to 1st place finishers, male & female, by age group
SAM Virtual 5K / Sleep-In
Our virtual 5K allows you to run, walk or stroll wherever you prefer or sleep-in while still supporting Smile-A-Mile! All virtual participants' packets will be shipped automatically beginning the week of the run.
SAM 1M Fun Run
Fun Run start time will be 9:00 AM. Finisher medals will be given to all who complete the Fun Run.
Weather Overview
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About Birmingham
Smile-A-Mile (Sam) 5K takes place in Birmingham, Alabama, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.
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