The Elkmont Athletic Club Red Devil 5K
About this race
Join us for the third running of the Elkmont Red Devil 5K!
This fun and exciting race is set in the heart of Elkmont, Alabama! This annual event brings together runners, walkers, and families for a scenic, fast-paced 5K through the charming streets of Elkmont, all while supporting local schools and community initiatives.
The Elkmont Red Devil 5K course offers a unique blend of rural beauty and small-town charm, winding through the historic downtown area and surrounding landscapes, with stunning views of rolling hills and open fields. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to get active, this race is perfect for everyone.
Runners and walkers will enjoy a festive atmosphere, with local vendors, cheering spectators, and Red Devil pride on full display. Don’t miss out on the post-race celebration with awards for top finishers, refreshments, and entertainment. Plus, participants receive a special race shirt and medal to commemorate the day!
The Elkmont Red Devil 5K is more than just a race—it’s a celebration of our community and a way to support the schools and programs that help make Elkmont a great place to live. Lace up your shoes, grab your friends and family, and get ready for a race day full of fun, energy, and hometown pride!
Beware, we don't call it the RED DEVIL for nothing!
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The Elkmont Athletic Club Red Devil 5k
This race begins in downtown Elkmont. -West up church street. -North on Childrens. -East on Upper fort Hampton. -Turn north on the trail. -East on Compton street. -South on Veto road. -Continue straight on Upper fort Hampton -Left onto High School Rd. At the top of the hill they will go LEFT onto Redus and follow it around the school. -Coming back around, turning left onto High School -South on UFH before -Left onto Railroad, finishing in front of the town hall.
Typical race-day weather
Based on 2 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Elkmont, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 6:08 AM and sets at 7:36 PM local time (CDT) in Elkmont on August 15, 2026 — 13h 28m of daylight.
Course
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2026 results — The Elkmont Athletic Club Red Devil 5K
The Elkmont Athletic Club Red Devil 5k · 107 finishers
| Place | Name | Time | Pace |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aidan Ennis | 17:23 | 5:35 /mi |
| 2 | Dawson Zorio | 17:24 | 5:35 /mi |
| 3 | Houston Ramsden | 18:17 | 5:52 /mi |
| 4 | L. Wood | 19:04 | 6:07 /mi |
| 5 | Derek Taylor | 19:45 | 6:21 /mi |
Every finisher is on the results page, filterable by distance, gender and age group.
All results by year
Other races near Elkmont
Different organizers, within 40 miles, in the next three months
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Quack Attack 5k presented by Athens Ducks Unlimited
DCubed Virtual 5k Run/Walk
9th Annual KofC Tootsie Roll 5K & Fun Run
🏃 Plan Your Next Race in Elkmont
Find upcoming events by distance:
- Elkmont Running Calendar 2026 3 races
Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 3 Elkmont events
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