Dan Robinson Memorial 5K/10K

  • Date Sat 3rd May 2025
  • Time 7:00AM CDT
  • Location Grant, Alabama
  • Price $25.00 - $40.00
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 10km, 5km

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Dan Robinson Memorial 5K/10K, taking place on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at the beautiful Grant Town Park in Marshall. Now in its sixth year, this spirited event honors the legacy of Dan Robinson, a beloved community member known for his dedication and love for both God and country. Participants can choose between two exciting race distances: the USTAF certified 5K and the 10K, both of which wind through the picturesque mountain town of Grant.

Runners will enjoy a mostly flat course with a few challenging inclines, including the infamous "Cardiac Hill" towards the end. With cash awards for top finishers and a festive atmosphere, this event promises to be an unforgettable day for all. Registration is open until April 19th to guarantee a t-shirt, and for those who prefer to sleep in, a special Sleep-In Option allows you to support the cause from the comfort of your own home. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit, all while supporting the continued needs of Kidtopia playground!

Organiser's Description

MAY 3, 2025 RACE INFO

WE ARE WATCHING THE WEATHER CLOSELY AND PLAN TO RUN UNLESS THERE ARE STORMS IN THE AREA AT RACE TIME!

WATCH OUR FACEBOOK PAGE [https://www.facebook.com/gpra.inc] FOR ANNOUNCEMENTS REGARDING THE WEATHER!

Now in our 6th year! This is an annual event hosted by the GRANT PLAYGROUND AND RECREATION ASSOCIATION that will take place at Grant Town Park located at 401 Kidtopia Park Rd (formerly Park Road). This event is held in memory of the late Dan Robinson whose love for God and country was known by many throughout our community. Dan was instrumental in the formation of our non-profit organization and laid the groundwork for the development of Kidtopia playground. The proceeds from this event will benefit KIDTOPIA and help support its continued needs.



NEW FOR NEXT YEAR!!



Our 2025 race will have a feature that everyone loves. CASH awards! That's right, if you place as follows, you will be awarded with not only a cool finisher's medal but some cold, hard cash.

1st place 5k or 10k - $300

2nd place 5k or 10k - $200

3rd place 5k or 10k - $100



THE 5K AND 10K: The 5k is a USTAF certified walk/run race and both races will begin at Grant City Park, travel through the scenic mountain town of Grant. The course is mostly flat with a few inclines, including "Cardiac Hill" at the end. Volunteers and directional signs will be strategically posted along the routes to help guide runners in the right direction. A water and first aid station will be set up near the halfway point of the 5K, which is approximately mile 3.75 of the 10K. These races will end back at Grant City Park in front of Kidtopia playground. Rehydration & nutritious snacks will be available before and after the races.



PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU MUST REGISTER BY APRIL 19TH TO BE GUARANTEED A T-SHIRT!



Awards categories for the 5K and 10K are as follows:

Male and female divisions: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over.

SLEEP-IN OPTION: If you want to support our cause but simply aren't interested in racing, consider the Sleep-In Option. All sleep-in registrants will receive a race day t-shirt and enjoy the cozy comforts of your own bed on race morning. T-shirts can be collected near our registration table until 10:00 am the day of the race or will be mailed to out-of-town registrants. YOU MAY ALSO DONATE THE AMOUNT OF YOUR CHOOSING BY CLICKING HERE [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/AL/Grant/DanRobinsonMemorial5K] OR SELECTING THE "DONATE" TAB ABOVE.

2025 Event Schedule:

Friday, May 2nd

1:00-5:00 PM Packet Pick-up at the main pavilion at Grant Town Park

Saturday, May 3rd Grant Town Park

6:00 to 7:15 AM Race Day Packet Pickup and Late Registration (we will be unable to provide a t-shirt to late registrants)

8:00 AM 5K and 10K Run/Walk

9:30 AM Awards Ceremony



FAMILY PRICING

If you're signing up multiple people for the 5k or 10k, please make sure that you take advantage of our special pricing of $20 per person for either race.

2 PEOPLE = $40

3 PEOPLE = $60

4 PEOPLE = $80

5 PEOPLE = $100

If you're a parent/guardian with more than 2 children that you'd like to sign up for the Kids' Fun Run, we are offering free participation for an additional 3 children from the same family to limit the cost per family for Fun Run participation to $20. To take advantage of this offer, after signing up your first 2 children, email me at [email protected] for a coupon you can use to sign up your additional children FOR FREE!

Races

  • 10K Run/Walk

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sat 3rd May 2025 (8:00AM CDT)

    $40.00

    CLOSED
  • 5K Run/Walk

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sat 3rd May 2025 (8:00AM CDT)

    $30.00

    CLOSED
  • Sleep-In Option

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sat 3rd May 2025 (7:00AM CDT)

    $25.00

    CLOSED
    If you want to support our cause but simply aren't interested in getting up to race, consider the Sleep-In Option. All sleep in registrants will receive a race t-shirt and enjoy the cozy comforts of your own bed race morning. T-shirts can be collected at the registration table the day of the race.

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Location

401 Kidtopia Park Road, Grant, 35747, AL, United States

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