Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M, Gadsden, AL (04)
- Date Sat 24th January 2026
- Time 8:00AM CST
- 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 on Saturday, January 24, 2026, in Gadsden, Alabama! This exciting race features three dynamic distances: a 5K, 10K, and a Half Marathon (13.1 miles), catering to runners of all levels. The race kicks off at 8:00 AM, with packet pickup available starting 30 minutes prior to the event.
Participants will enjoy a scenic course on a pea gravel trail that offers both an out-and-back experience. Runners in the 5K will complete the course twice, while those in the 10K will tackle it four times, and Half Marathon runners will cover it six times. With a time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes, there’s plenty of time to soak in the atmosphere and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow runners. Each finisher will be rewarded with a unique medal to commemorate their achievement, making this an event you won't want to miss. Join us for a fantastic day of fitness and fun!
Participants will enjoy a scenic course on a pea gravel trail that offers both an out-and-back experience. Runners in the 5K will complete the course twice, while those in the 10K will tackle it four times, and Half Marathon runners will cover it six times. With a time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes, there’s plenty of time to soak in the atmosphere and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow runners. Each finisher will be rewarded with a unique medal to commemorate their achievement, making this an event you won't want to miss. Join us for a fantastic day of fitness and fun!
Organiser's Description
RACE POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER!
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/]
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/]
Races
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5k
Incl. $3.80 Fee
Sat 24th January 2026 (8:00AM CST)
$33.80
CLOSED -
10k
Incl. $4.70 Fee
Sat 24th January 2026 (8:00AM CST)
$49.70
CLOSED -
Half Marathon
Incl. $5.90 Fee
Sat 24th January 2026 (8:00AM CST)
$70.90
CLOSED
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829 Old S 4th St, Gadsden, 35901, AL, United States
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