Mardi Gras 5k Prediction Run (Mobile, AL)
- Date Sun 7th February 2027
- Time 8:00AM CST
- Location Mobile, Alabama
- Price $13.72 - $38.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Mardi Gras 5K Prediction Run in Mobile, Alabama, taking place on Sunday, February 7, 2027! This vibrant event promises a unique twist on the traditional race, where participants compete not for speed, but for accuracy in predicting their finish times. Starting at 8:00 AM from 199 S. Broad Street, this professionally chip-timed 5K invites runners of all levels to join in the fun, whether you’re aiming for a personal best, dressing up in festive costumes, or simply enjoying the lively atmosphere with friends.
Following the race, don’t miss the post-race celebration at Oyster City Brewing Company, where awards will be presented at 9:45 AM amidst games, music, and the electrifying spirit of Mardi Gras! With every registration, you'll receive a custom finisher medal and event t-shirt, making this a memorable experience for everyone involved. So come out and join the festivities, and let the good times roll as you become part of this unforgettable Gulf Coast tradition!
Following the race, don’t miss the post-race celebration at Oyster City Brewing Company, where awards will be presented at 9:45 AM amidst games, music, and the electrifying spirit of Mardi Gras! With every registration, you'll receive a custom finisher medal and event t-shirt, making this a memorable experience for everyone involved. So come out and join the festivities, and let the good times roll as you become part of this unforgettable Gulf Coast tradition!
Organiser's Description
MARDI GRAS 5K PREDICTION RUN
MOBILE, ALABAMA
SPONSORS LIST:
TITLE: HAYES PAINTING VISIT LOCAL [https://hayespaint.com/]
REFINE PT VISIT LOCAL [https://refineptp.com/]
WEEKEND WARRIOR SPORTS DRINK VISIT LOCAL [https://weekendwarriordrink.com/]
OYSTER CITY BREWING VISIT LOCAL [https://oystercity.beer/]
Want to Sponsor?
Purchase 5 race entries.
Provide 1 volunteer.
That's it! Welcome to the party!
Want to do more? Contact the RD.
Party with the Pack or go fast! Anyone can with this!
Whether you're chasing a personal best, dressing in costume, walking with friends, or just looking for an unforgettable Mardi Gras experience, this event is for everyone!
Our professionally chip-timed 5K combines friendly competition with Mardi Gras fun, making it one of the most unique races on the Gulf Coast.
EVERY REGISTRATION INCLUDES
Custom Finisher Medal*
Event T-Shirt*
Professionally Chip-Timed Race
Post-Race Celebration
Awards & Games
*Medal and shirt designs will be revealed in November.
RACE INFORMATION
Race Date: Sunday, February 7, 2027
Race Start: 8:00 AM
Race Location:
199 S. Broad Street
Mobile, AL
(Downtown, across from The Ice Box)
Course Cutoff: 1 Hour 25 Minutes
AWARDS CEREMONY & POST-RACE PARTY
Date: Sunday, February 7, 2027
Awards Begin: 9:45 AM
Location:
Oyster City Brewing Company
600 Government Street
Mobile, AL
Join us after the race for awards, games, music, and a Mardi Gras celebration before heading out to enjoy the Joe Cain Day festivities!
PACKET PICKUP
Fleet Feet Mobile
3972 Airport Blvd.
Mobile, AL
February 16
10:00 AM 6:00 PM
Race Morning
6:00 AM 7:30 AM
At the race site
Event-day registration will also be available.
stopwatch What Is a Prediction Run?
A Prediction Run is a race where the winner isn't the fastest runnerit's the person who best predicts their own finish time.
When registering, you'll enter your predicted finish time.
After the race, your official chip time will be compared to your prediction.
The participant closest to their predicted finish time wins!
Prediction Run Rules
A predicted finish time must be entered during registration.
Chip time is the official finish time.
Watches, phones, GPS devices, or any pacing devices are not permitted if competing for the Prediction Run award.
Participants using a timing device remain eligible for all other awards.
Awards & Competitions
We want to celebrate the spirit of Mardi Gras and Joe Cain Day!
There are no age group awards.
Instead, we're focusing on fun, costumes, and community.
Closest Predicted Time
Anyone can win!
Enter your predicted finish time during registration and see how close you can get.
Fastest Overall
Top Male
Top Female
Most Referrals
Share your referral code.
The participant with the most registrations using their code wins!
Best Costume
Go all out!
Funny, creative, outrageouswe want to see it all.
Winner selected by crowd applause.
Best Joe Cain Costume
Celebrate Mobile's Mardi Gras history.
Winner selected by crowd applause.
Most Spirited
The life of the party!
Dance.
Cheer.
Encourage others.
Bring the energy.
Winner selected by crowd applause.
Team Bead Toss Competition
Grab a teammate!
Stand apart and toss beads to one another.
Everyone throws at the same time.
Teams move farther apart each round.
Drop the beads... you're out!
Last team standing wins!
Refund Policy
We understand that plans can change.
Refund Schedule
75% refund available up to 60 days before race day.
50% refund available up to 30 days before race day.
No refunds within 30 days of race day.
Free bib transfer to another participant up to 10 days before race day.
Please Note
Processing fees are non-refundable.
Refund requests must be submitted by email before the applicable deadline.
Refund percentages are based on the original registration fee.
MOBILE, ALABAMA
SPONSORS LIST:
TITLE: HAYES PAINTING VISIT LOCAL [https://hayespaint.com/]
REFINE PT VISIT LOCAL [https://refineptp.com/]
WEEKEND WARRIOR SPORTS DRINK VISIT LOCAL [https://weekendwarriordrink.com/]
OYSTER CITY BREWING VISIT LOCAL [https://oystercity.beer/]
Want to Sponsor?
Purchase 5 race entries.
Provide 1 volunteer.
That's it! Welcome to the party!
Want to do more? Contact the RD.
Party with the Pack or go fast! Anyone can with this!
Whether you're chasing a personal best, dressing in costume, walking with friends, or just looking for an unforgettable Mardi Gras experience, this event is for everyone!
Our professionally chip-timed 5K combines friendly competition with Mardi Gras fun, making it one of the most unique races on the Gulf Coast.
EVERY REGISTRATION INCLUDES
Custom Finisher Medal*
Event T-Shirt*
Professionally Chip-Timed Race
Post-Race Celebration
Awards & Games
*Medal and shirt designs will be revealed in November.
RACE INFORMATION
Race Date: Sunday, February 7, 2027
Race Start: 8:00 AM
Race Location:
199 S. Broad Street
Mobile, AL
(Downtown, across from The Ice Box)
Course Cutoff: 1 Hour 25 Minutes
AWARDS CEREMONY & POST-RACE PARTY
Date: Sunday, February 7, 2027
Awards Begin: 9:45 AM
Location:
Oyster City Brewing Company
600 Government Street
Mobile, AL
Join us after the race for awards, games, music, and a Mardi Gras celebration before heading out to enjoy the Joe Cain Day festivities!
PACKET PICKUP
Fleet Feet Mobile
3972 Airport Blvd.
Mobile, AL
February 16
10:00 AM 6:00 PM
Race Morning
6:00 AM 7:30 AM
At the race site
Event-day registration will also be available.
stopwatch What Is a Prediction Run?
A Prediction Run is a race where the winner isn't the fastest runnerit's the person who best predicts their own finish time.
When registering, you'll enter your predicted finish time.
After the race, your official chip time will be compared to your prediction.
The participant closest to their predicted finish time wins!
Prediction Run Rules
A predicted finish time must be entered during registration.
Chip time is the official finish time.
Watches, phones, GPS devices, or any pacing devices are not permitted if competing for the Prediction Run award.
Participants using a timing device remain eligible for all other awards.
Awards & Competitions
We want to celebrate the spirit of Mardi Gras and Joe Cain Day!
There are no age group awards.
Instead, we're focusing on fun, costumes, and community.
Closest Predicted Time
Anyone can win!
Enter your predicted finish time during registration and see how close you can get.
Fastest Overall
Top Male
Top Female
Most Referrals
Share your referral code.
The participant with the most registrations using their code wins!
Best Costume
Go all out!
Funny, creative, outrageouswe want to see it all.
Winner selected by crowd applause.
Best Joe Cain Costume
Celebrate Mobile's Mardi Gras history.
Winner selected by crowd applause.
Most Spirited
The life of the party!
Dance.
Cheer.
Encourage others.
Bring the energy.
Winner selected by crowd applause.
Team Bead Toss Competition
Grab a teammate!
Stand apart and toss beads to one another.
Everyone throws at the same time.
Teams move farther apart each round.
Drop the beads... you're out!
Last team standing wins!
Refund Policy
We understand that plans can change.
Refund Schedule
75% refund available up to 60 days before race day.
50% refund available up to 30 days before race day.
No refunds within 30 days of race day.
Free bib transfer to another participant up to 10 days before race day.
Please Note
Processing fees are non-refundable.
Refund requests must be submitted by email before the applicable deadline.
Refund percentages are based on the original registration fee.
Races
-
Mardi Gras 5K Prediction Run!
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Awards!
Sun 7th February 2027 (8:00AM CST)
$38.10
Race Information: - Race Date: Sunday, February 7, 2027 - Race Start: 8:00 AM - Race Location: 199 S Broad Street, Mobile, AL Packet Pickup: - February 1 - February 6: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm at Fleet Feet Mobile (3972 Airport Blvd) - February 7 (Race Day): 600 - 7:30am at race site in downtown Mobile; event-day registration will also be available during this time Mardi Gras 5K Prediction Run! Prediction Run Timing: A prediction run is a race where the winner isnt the fastest runner its the person who best predicts their own finish time. The use of watches or timing devices will be considered an unfair advantage and the participant will be disqualified. The computer time will be the official time. To be eligible for the prediction award you must enter a predicted time on your application. Refund Policy: We understand that plans can change. Our refund policy is designed to be fair while allowing us to properly plan and execute a great event for everyone. Refund Schedule: - 75% refund available up to 60 days before race day. - 50% refund available up to 30 days before race day. - No refunds within 30 days of race day. - Free bib transfer to another participant (up to 10 days before race). Notes: - Processing fees are non-refundable (standard across most races). - All refund requests must be submitted via email before deadlines. - Refund percentages are based on the original registration fee. -
Under 16 Years Old. Mardi Gras 5K Prediction Run!
Incl. $1.72 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 7th February 2027 (8:00AM CST)
$13.72
Non refundable. Non transferable. Race Information: - Race Date: Sunday, February 7, 2027 - Race Start: 8:00 AM - Race Location: 199 S Broad Street, Mobile, AL Packet Pickup: - February 1 - February 6: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm at Fleet Feet Mobile (3972 Airport Blvd) - February 7 (Race Day): 600 - 7:30am at race site in downtown Mobile; event-day registration will also be available during this time Mardi Gras 5K Prediction Run! Prediction Run Timing: A prediction run is a race where the winner isnt the fastest runner its the person who best predicts their own finish time. The use of watches or timing devices will be considered an unfair advantage and the participant will be disqualified. The computer time will be the official time. To be eligible for the prediction award you must enter a predicted time on your application. Refund Policy: We understand that plans can change. Our refund policy is designed to be fair while allowing us to properly plan and execute a great event for everyone. Refund Schedule: - 75% refund available up to 60 days before race day. - 50% refund available up to 30 days before race day. - No refunds within 30 days of race day. - Free bib transfer to another participant (up to 10 days before race). Notes: - Processing fees are non-refundable (standard across most races). - All refund requests must be submitted via email before deadlines. - Refund percentages are based on the original registration fee. -
0.0 Performing Arts Mardi Gras Vibe Join the Mardi Gras Funteam Up for Bead Toss and Win a Free Pair of Shoes Each! Includes Shirt, Beaded Lanyard, and Medal.
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 7th February 2027 (8:00AM CST)
$27.50
performing arts Mardi Gras vibe Join the Mardi Gras funteam up for Bead Toss and win a free pair of shoes each! Includes shirt, beaded lanyard, and medal.
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199 S Broad St, Mobile, 36602, AL, United States
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