Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (37)
- Date Sat 12th September 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Gadsden, Alabama
- Price $33.80 - $70.90
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the exciting Medal Madness event in Gadsden, Alabama, on Saturday, September 12, 2026! This vibrant race offers participants a choice of three thrilling distances: a 5K, 10K, and a half marathon (13.1 miles). Kicking off at 8:00 AM, runners will enjoy a scenic pea gravel trail that features a fun out-and-back course design. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just starting your running journey, this event promises a fantastic atmosphere and the chance to earn a shiny medal at the finish line!
Don't forget to plan ahead for packet pickup, which begins 30 minutes prior to the race. Make sure to register on RunSignup, as there will be no on-site registration available. The race will be held behind the Gadsden Mall, so be prepared for a great day of competition and camaraderie in Etowah County. With a course time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes, there’s plenty of time for everyone to enjoy the event. Join the excitement at Medal Madness and make memories that will last a lifetime!
Don't forget to plan ahead for packet pickup, which begins 30 minutes prior to the race. Make sure to register on RunSignup, as there will be no on-site registration available. The race will be held behind the Gadsden Mall, so be prepared for a great day of competition and camaraderie in Etowah County. With a course time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes, there’s plenty of time for everyone to enjoy the event. Join the excitement at Medal Madness and make memories that will last a lifetime!
Organiser's Description
RACE INFORMATION
The race starts at 8:00 AM.
Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.
All runners must register on RunSignup.
No on-site registration.
ADDITION INFORMATION
Your GPS may take you to a small building on Old S 4st Street.
If so, go south onto Old S. 4 Street and turn right in the parking lot.
We are just behind the Gadsden Mall.
This course is on a pea gravel trail.
5K & 10K COURSE (0.78M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6604677404
The course is an out-and-back (1.56M)
The 5K does the out-and-back two time.
The 10K does the out-and-back four times.
HALF MARATHON COURSE (1.09M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6604678115
The course is an out-and-back (3.18M).
The Half Marathon does the out-and-back six times.
COURSE TIME LIMIT
3 hours and 30 minutes.
View Race Information on US Road Running [https://usroadrunning.com/Races/AL/Gadsden/173151-Medal-Madness-5K-10K-13-1M-at-Gadsden-AL-37/]
The race starts at 8:00 AM.
Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.
All runners must register on RunSignup.
No on-site registration.
ADDITION INFORMATION
Your GPS may take you to a small building on Old S 4st Street.
If so, go south onto Old S. 4 Street and turn right in the parking lot.
We are just behind the Gadsden Mall.
This course is on a pea gravel trail.
5K & 10K COURSE (0.78M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6604677404
The course is an out-and-back (1.56M)
The 5K does the out-and-back two time.
The 10K does the out-and-back four times.
HALF MARATHON COURSE (1.09M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6604678115
The course is an out-and-back (3.18M).
The Half Marathon does the out-and-back six times.
COURSE TIME LIMIT
3 hours and 30 minutes.
View Race Information on US Road Running [https://usroadrunning.com/Races/AL/Gadsden/173151-Medal-Madness-5K-10K-13-1M-at-Gadsden-AL-37/]
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829 Old S 4th St, Gadsden, 35901, AL, United States
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