Mardi Gras 5k Prediction Run (Mobile, AL)
- Date Sun 7th February 2027
- Time 8:00AM CST
- Location Mobile, Alabama
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes and join the excitement at the Mardi Gras 5K Prediction Run in Mobile, Alabama, on Sunday, February 7, 2027! This festive event kicks off at 8:00 AM at 199 S Broad Street, right in the heart of downtown Mobile. Participants can expect a unique twist with the prediction run format, where winning isn't about speed but about accurately predicting your finish time. With a cutoff time of 1 hour and 25 minutes, runners of all levels can join in the fun and camaraderie.
Participants will receive a vibrant Mardi Gras-themed medal and a stylish T-shirt, perfect for celebrating this lively occasion. Join the festivities that honor Joe Cain Day, a highlight of Mobile's Carnival culture, featuring parades and family-friendly activities. After the race, enjoy engaging competitions like the Team Bead Toss and costume contests, with exciting prizes including free shoes from Fleet Feet! Embrace the spirit of Mardi Gras and make your mark at this unforgettable run!
Participants will receive a vibrant Mardi Gras-themed medal and a stylish T-shirt, perfect for celebrating this lively occasion. Join the festivities that honor Joe Cain Day, a highlight of Mobile's Carnival culture, featuring parades and family-friendly activities. After the race, enjoy engaging competitions like the Team Bead Toss and costume contests, with exciting prizes including free shoes from Fleet Feet! Embrace the spirit of Mardi Gras and make your mark at this unforgettable run!
Organiser's Description
WELCOME TO THE MARDI GRAS 5K PREDICTION RUN
MOBILE, ALABAMA
CHIP TIMED. Cutoff time 1hr 25min.
PRICE SCALE: $25 -> $35 -> $45 -> $55 -> DAY OF $65
_Party with the pack or run serious. This event is for everyone!_
_RACE MEDAL & T-SHIRT!_
_Our goal is a Mardi Gras themed medal with bead lanyard & themed T-Shirt. Both to be revealed 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 Ice Box)
* REGISTRATION: Offered online via runsignup. Email race director if other accommodations are needed. (Micaiah@fleetfeetmobile.com)
PACKET PICKUP
* FEBRUARY 1ST - 6TH: 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
WHAT IS A PREDICTION RUN?
A prediction run is a race where the winner isnt the fastest runner its the person who best predicts their own finish time. Anyone can win! Just get closest to your predicted finish time. The chip time will be recorded as the official finish time. To be eligible for this award category, you must enter a predicted time on your application. _THE USE OF WATCHES OR TIMING DEVICES WILL BE CONSIDERED AN UNFAIR ADVANTAGE TO WIN THE PREDICTION CATEGORY, AND THE PARTICIPANT WILL BE DISQUALIFIED FROM WINNING THE PREDICTION PRIZE. RACERS WEARING WATCHES ARE STILL ELIGIBLE FOR ALL OTHER AWARDS. _
_WANT A FREE ENTRY?! __PROVIDE A VOLUNTEER. YOUR RACE WILL BE REFUNDED AFTER THE EVENT. 6:30A - 10:30A. DUTIES INCLUDE, CHEERING FINISHERS, DIRECTING RUNNERS, WATER STATIONS, EVENT STUFF. EMAIL: MICAIAH@FLEETFEETMOBILE.COM_
AWARDS
TEAM BEAD TOSS:
_AS PART OF OUR AFTER PARTY, YOU AND A FRIEND CAN PARTICIPATE IN THE TEAM BEAD TOSS._
* WINNERS RECEIVE $100 GIFT CARD EACH TO FLEET FEET
CLOSEST PREDICTED TIME: _(CHOOSE YOUR SPEED!)_
* Top Male / Female - FREE SHOES from Fleet Feet (Up to $160)
MOST REFERRALS: _(GET YOUR REFERRAL CODE AT THE END OF REGISTRATION)_
* FREE SHOES from Fleet Feet (Up to $160)
FASTEST TIME:
* Top Male / Female - FREE SHOES from Fleet Feet (Up to $160)
BEST COSTUME:
* Top Male / Female - FREE SHOES from Fleet Feet (Up to $160)
MOST SPIRITED: _(BRING THE ENERGY!)_
* FREE SHOES from Fleet Feet (Up to $160)
BEST JOE CAIN COSTUME:
* FREE SHOES from Fleet Feet (Up to $160)
MORE INFORMATION
WHAT IS JOE CAIN DAY?
Occurring on the Sunday before Mardi Gras, many locals consider Joe Cain Day to be the true heart of Mobile's Carnival culture. This day typically features 3 parades and lots of family-friendly fun. Celebrate Mardi Gras the Mobile way with the Mardi Gras 5K, a high-energy run through the heart of Downtown Mobile on one of the citys most iconic days!
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
AWARDS & COMPETITIONS
WE WANT TO FOCUS ON THE SPRIT OF THE EVENT, JOE CAIN & MARDI GRAS.
THERE WILL BE NO AGE GROUP AWARDS, WE ARE READY TO PARTY, CHEER.
male sign CLOSEST PREDICTED TIME
Anyone can win!
When you register, enter your predicted finish time.
If your actual time is the closest to your prediction, you win!
Top Male & Top Female
TEAM BEAD TOSS
Grab a partner and show your Mardi Gras skills!
Stand apart and toss beads to your teammate
Everyone throws at the same time
Each round, we step farther apart
If your beads hit the ground youre OUT
Last team standing wins!
MOST REFERRALS
Share your code. Build your crew.
The person with the most registrations using their code wins!
MALE SIGN FASTEST TIME
Whos the fastest on the course?
Top Male & Top Female
BEST COSTUME
Go all out. Be bold. Be unforgettable. BE ANYTHING!
Step forward, show off your look
Loudest cheers win!
MOST SPIRITED (ENERGY AWARD)
This is YOUR moment to bring the energy.
The life of the party!
Dance. Hype the crowd. Get others involved.
high voltage Most electric personality wins
BEST JOE CAIN COSTUME
Honor the spirit of Joe Cain in style.
Step up. Show out.
Loudest cheers win!
MOBILE, ALABAMA
CHIP TIMED. Cutoff time 1hr 25min.
PRICE SCALE: $25 -> $35 -> $45 -> $55 -> DAY OF $65
_Party with the pack or run serious. This event is for everyone!_
_RACE MEDAL & T-SHIRT!_
_Our goal is a Mardi Gras themed medal with bead lanyard & themed T-Shirt. Both to be revealed 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 Ice Box)
* REGISTRATION: Offered online via runsignup. Email race director if other accommodations are needed. (Micaiah@fleetfeetmobile.com)
PACKET PICKUP
* FEBRUARY 1ST - 6TH: 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
WHAT IS A PREDICTION RUN?
A prediction run is a race where the winner isnt the fastest runner its the person who best predicts their own finish time. Anyone can win! Just get closest to your predicted finish time. The chip time will be recorded as the official finish time. To be eligible for this award category, you must enter a predicted time on your application. _THE USE OF WATCHES OR TIMING DEVICES WILL BE CONSIDERED AN UNFAIR ADVANTAGE TO WIN THE PREDICTION CATEGORY, AND THE PARTICIPANT WILL BE DISQUALIFIED FROM WINNING THE PREDICTION PRIZE. RACERS WEARING WATCHES ARE STILL ELIGIBLE FOR ALL OTHER AWARDS. _
_WANT A FREE ENTRY?! __PROVIDE A VOLUNTEER. YOUR RACE WILL BE REFUNDED AFTER THE EVENT. 6:30A - 10:30A. DUTIES INCLUDE, CHEERING FINISHERS, DIRECTING RUNNERS, WATER STATIONS, EVENT STUFF. EMAIL: MICAIAH@FLEETFEETMOBILE.COM_
AWARDS
TEAM BEAD TOSS:
_AS PART OF OUR AFTER PARTY, YOU AND A FRIEND CAN PARTICIPATE IN THE TEAM BEAD TOSS._
* WINNERS RECEIVE $100 GIFT CARD EACH TO FLEET FEET
CLOSEST PREDICTED TIME: _(CHOOSE YOUR SPEED!)_
* Top Male / Female - FREE SHOES from Fleet Feet (Up to $160)
MOST REFERRALS: _(GET YOUR REFERRAL CODE AT THE END OF REGISTRATION)_
* FREE SHOES from Fleet Feet (Up to $160)
FASTEST TIME:
* Top Male / Female - FREE SHOES from Fleet Feet (Up to $160)
BEST COSTUME:
* Top Male / Female - FREE SHOES from Fleet Feet (Up to $160)
MOST SPIRITED: _(BRING THE ENERGY!)_
* FREE SHOES from Fleet Feet (Up to $160)
BEST JOE CAIN COSTUME:
* FREE SHOES from Fleet Feet (Up to $160)
MORE INFORMATION
WHAT IS JOE CAIN DAY?
Occurring on the Sunday before Mardi Gras, many locals consider Joe Cain Day to be the true heart of Mobile's Carnival culture. This day typically features 3 parades and lots of family-friendly fun. Celebrate Mardi Gras the Mobile way with the Mardi Gras 5K, a high-energy run through the heart of Downtown Mobile on one of the citys most iconic days!
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
AWARDS & COMPETITIONS
WE WANT TO FOCUS ON THE SPRIT OF THE EVENT, JOE CAIN & MARDI GRAS.
THERE WILL BE NO AGE GROUP AWARDS, WE ARE READY TO PARTY, CHEER.
male sign CLOSEST PREDICTED TIME
Anyone can win!
When you register, enter your predicted finish time.
If your actual time is the closest to your prediction, you win!
Top Male & Top Female
TEAM BEAD TOSS
Grab a partner and show your Mardi Gras skills!
Stand apart and toss beads to your teammate
Everyone throws at the same time
Each round, we step farther apart
If your beads hit the ground youre OUT
Last team standing wins!
MOST REFERRALS
Share your code. Build your crew.
The person with the most registrations using their code wins!
MALE SIGN FASTEST TIME
Whos the fastest on the course?
Top Male & Top Female
BEST COSTUME
Go all out. Be bold. Be unforgettable. BE ANYTHING!
Step forward, show off your look
Loudest cheers win!
MOST SPIRITED (ENERGY AWARD)
This is YOUR moment to bring the energy.
The life of the party!
Dance. Hype the crowd. Get others involved.
high voltage Most electric personality wins
BEST JOE CAIN COSTUME
Honor the spirit of Joe Cain in style.
Step up. Show out.
Loudest cheers win!
Races
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Mardi Gras 5K Prediction Run!
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Awards!
Sun 7th February 2027 (8:00AM CST)
$27.50
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. Want a free entry?! Provide a volunteer. Your race will be refunded after the event. 6:30a - 10:30a. Duties include, cheering finishers, directing runners, water stations, event stuff. Email: Micaiah@Fleetfeetmobile.com
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199 S Broad St, Mobile, 36602, AL, United States
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