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Watch the Birmingham Bulls dominate on the ice against the Pensacola Ice Flyers in the 2024-2025! You won't want to miss this home game.
Experience pure adrenaline on the ice in Pelham with Xtreme International Ice Racing! Watch as fearless riders on studded bikes and quads race at breakneck speeds, navigating sharp turns and head-to-head battles—all without brakes. This thrilling event promises non-stop excitement and unforgettable moments for fans of all ages.
Watch the Birmingham Bulls dominate on the ice against the Evansville Thunderbolts in the 2024-2025! You won't want to miss this home game.
Watch the Birmingham Bulls dominate on the ice against the Fayetteville Marksmen in the 2024-2025! You won't want to miss this home game.
"The award-winning trails of Oak Mountain State Park are set to host one of the biggest events on the 2025 calendar. This three-day festival will feature Stop #4 of the XTERRA World Cup, live-broadcast Short Track racing, the 2025 North American Championship, and the inaugural Youth North American Championship for athletes aged 14–19. Expect food, music, and the vibrant energy of the XTERRA community at a race location that is second to none."
Join us this Memorial Day for the Because of the Brave 5K, a moving tribute honoring the brave men and women who gave their lives for our freedom. This untimed 5K run/walk invites participants of all ages to carry a 2'x3' American flag throughout the course, which winds through the beautiful grounds of American Village.
This June we are hosting the 31st Annual Bump n’ Grind at Oak Mountain State Park with a weekend full of racing and good times. We are kicking things off with pre-ride shuttles and welcome events at the South Trailhead on Friday. Enduro and Short Track races are held Saturday, and we wrap things up Sunday with Cross Country racing.
Watch top softball talent shine at the Stars Over Alabama Showcase! This exciting event brings together elite athletes for a day of competitive play, college exposure, and unforgettable moments on the field.
Get ready for the Vulcan Vault in the heart of Alabama! The Vulcan Vault is a youth to professional meet that will be held at the Pelham Civic Center in Pelham, AL on July 12. This is a USATF Sanctioned event. After the growth of the last 2 years and the heat that is common in Alabama in the summer, we wanted to make a change so the event is more comfortable and more spectator friendly. Last year's Vulcan Vault had huge additions with the lights and music from Vault Entertainment and we will again have that, but every athlete will get to have the Elite level experience. Time & Location July 12, 2025, 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM 500 Amphitheater Rd, Pelham, AL 35124, USA Format of the Event The Vulcan Vault will start with the lowest height athletes and build up to our highest. The groups are mixed gender by season's best mark except for the emerging elite and the elite sections which will be separated by genders. We seed by season's best as they are the best indicator that we have found to make sure that the athletes are in the correct section for the competition. Please […]
The Annual Hold the Fort Races are a timed 5k and 10k race and a 1-mile Warrior Walk held at Oak Mountain State Park in Alabama on Saturday, SEPTEMBER 20, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. This year's race begins at the DOGWOOD Pavillion. You will enter the FRONT gate of Oak Mountain State Park. Check-in starts at 7 a.m. Early packet pick-up will be on Friday, September 19, from 3 to 7 p.m. at Full Moon BBQ in Pelham.Address: 2252 Pelham Pkwy, Pelham, AL 35124 Proceeds from the race this year are dedicated to raising $250,000 to finalize the construction of the Blanket Fort Hope Restoration Home – a home needed to care for children rescued from human trafficking.To find out more about their mission, visit BlanketFortHope.org.
Trail runners and outdoor lovers will find their stride at the XTERRA Appalachian Trail Festival. Featuring challenging races, group hikes, and live entertainment, this festival combines adventure and community in a celebration of the great outdoors.
