Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (39)
- Date Sat 26th 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 for an exhilarating day of running at the Medal Madness event in Gadsden, Alabama, on Saturday, September 26, 2026! This exciting race offers participants the chance to compete in three distances: the 5K, 10K, and the half marathon (13.1 miles). The race kicks off at 8:00 AM, with packet pickup available starting 30 minutes before the race.
Runners will enjoy a scenic course on a pea gravel trail, perfect for both seasoned athletes and newcomers alike. The 5K involves two out-and-back segments, while the 10K features four, providing a great challenge for those looking to push their limits. The half marathon, with its six out-and-back sections, promises a rewarding experience for long-distance runners. With a generous time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes, everyone has the opportunity to cross the finish line and earn their well-deserved finisher medal.
Join us for a day filled with fun, fitness, and fantastic camaraderie in Gadsden, and don’t forget to bring your best costume to compete for prizes! Whether you're running for personal bests or just for the love of the sport, the Medal Madness event is
Runners will enjoy a scenic course on a pea gravel trail, perfect for both seasoned athletes and newcomers alike. The 5K involves two out-and-back segments, while the 10K features four, providing a great challenge for those looking to push their limits. The half marathon, with its six out-and-back sections, promises a rewarding experience for long-distance runners. With a generous time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes, everyone has the opportunity to cross the finish line and earn their well-deserved finisher medal.
Join us for a day filled with fun, fitness, and fantastic camaraderie in Gadsden, and don’t forget to bring your best costume to compete for prizes! Whether you're running for personal bests or just for the love of the sport, the Medal Madness event is
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.
FINISHER MEDALS
https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php
SHIRT AND GEAR SHOP
https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php
BEST COSTUME
https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php
SERIES POINTS
https://usroadrunning.com/S.php
AWARDS
https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION
https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php
US ROAD RUNNING
https://usroadrunning.com [https://usroadrunning.com/]
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.
FINISHER MEDALS
https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php
SHIRT AND GEAR SHOP
https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php
BEST COSTUME
https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php
SERIES POINTS
https://usroadrunning.com/S.php
AWARDS
https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION
https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php
US ROAD RUNNING
https://usroadrunning.com [https://usroadrunning.com/]
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