New Year 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at James D. Martin Park, Gadsden, AL (02) 30

  • Date Sat 10th January 2026
  • Time 8:00AM CST
  • Location Gadsden, Alabama
  • Price $33.80 - $70.90
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon

Event summary

Kick off your New Year with an exhilarating challenge at the New Year 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon taking place on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at James D. Martin Park in Gadsden, Alabama! This vibrant event invites runners of all levels to enjoy the scenic trails of Etowah County. The race starts bright and early at 8:00 AM, with packet pickup available 30 minutes prior.

Runners can choose from three exciting distances: a 5K featuring an out-and-back course completed twice, a 10K that takes on the out-and-back four times, and a Half Marathon that navigates the out-and-back course six times. With a generous time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes, participants will have ample opportunity to enjoy the beautiful pea gravel trails while striving for their personal best. Plus, every finisher will receive a medal to commemorate their achievement! Join the fun, set your goals, and make unforgettable memories at this fantastic New Year celebration in Gadsden!

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/]

Races

  • 5k

    Incl. $3.80 Fee

    Sat 10th January 2026 (8:00AM CST)

    $33.80

  • 10k

    Incl. $4.70 Fee

    Sat 10th January 2026 (8:00AM CST)

    $49.70

  • Half Marathon

    Incl. $5.90 Fee

    Sat 10th January 2026 (8:00AM CST)

    $70.90

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Location

James Martin Trail Park, 829 Old S 4th St, Gadsden, 35901, AL, United States

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