Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M, Gadsden, AL (50)
- Date Sat 12th December 2026
- Time 8:00AM CST
- Location Gadsden, Alabama
- Price $33.80 - $70.90
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of running at the Medal Madness event on Saturday, December 12, 2026, in the vibrant city of Gadsden, Alabama! This exciting race offers three fantastic distances for runners of all levels: a 5K, 10K, and a challenging half marathon (13.1 miles). The races kick off at 8:00 AM, with packet pickup beginning 30 minutes prior, so make sure to arrive early to get your gear.
Participants will enjoy scenic pea gravel trails on this out-and-back course, which allows runners to soak in the beautiful surroundings of Etowah County. The 5K and 10K races feature multiple loops, while the half marathon offers an engaging experience with six repetitions of the out-and-back route. With a generous time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes, this event is perfect for both seasoned athletes and newcomers. Plus, every finisher will walk away with a medal to commemorate their achievement! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself and celebrate the spirit of community and fitness in Gadsden!
Participants will enjoy scenic pea gravel trails on this out-and-back course, which allows runners to soak in the beautiful surroundings of Etowah County. The 5K and 10K races feature multiple loops, while the half marathon offers an engaging experience with six repetitions of the out-and-back route. With a generous time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes, this event is perfect for both seasoned athletes and newcomers. Plus, every finisher will walk away with a medal to commemorate their achievement! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself and celebrate the spirit of community and fitness in Gadsden!
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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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James Martin Trail Park, 829 Old S 4th St, Gadsden, 35901, AL, United States
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