City of Tuscaloosa Will Host the Eighth Annual Mayor’s Cup 5K on Saturday, April 26th

Eight years and running, the Tuscaloosa Mayor's Cup 5K will be back on Saturday morning April 26th and will start at  Government Plaza behind City Hall.

The Mayor's Cup 5K, now presented by Mercedes-Benz U.S. International is designed to increase awareness and raise funds for the Tuscaloosa Pre-K Initiative. This initiative focuses on 21 pre-kindergarten classrooms and more than 250 preschool students throughout the City of Tuscaloosa. Since the first Mayor’s Cup in 2007, the race has raised more than $110,000 the Tuscaloosa Pre-K Initiative.

If you've ever competed in the race or been to Government Plaza to enjoy the festivities, you know it's a party complete with a live DJ, fun for the kids and door prizes after the race!

Race with the Mayor and win for kids! The race will also include awards for top male and female participants, as well as a 1st, 2nd and 3rd in each age group. Both runners and walkers are encouraged to participate in the 5K. This is a rain or shine event.

Registration is $20 now through March 31 and $25 from April 1 to April 26th. Register online at tuscaloosamayorscup.com. Also call Tuscaloosa 311 at 205-248-5311 for more information.