River City Run Presented By Capital Power
- Date Sat 28th March 2026
- Time 7:30AM CDT
- Location Decatur, Alabama
- Price $19.02 - $48.70
- Races 4 races
- Distances 10km, 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating River City Run on Saturday, March 28, 2026, in beautiful Decatur, Morgan County! This beloved North Alabama tradition, now in its fourth decade, invites runners of all ages to experience the thrill of competition along the scenic Tennessee River. Participants can choose from a variety of race distances, including the fast and flat 5K and 10K courses, or even the Fun Run for the little ones. With a start and finish at the Water Park west parking lot, the course showcases serene residential streets and the picturesque park perimeter, making it an unforgettable running experience.
Not only will you have a chance to earn a stunning finisher's medal, but there are also fabulous cash prizes to compete for, totaling $800! With awards for top finishers in various categories and age groups, everyone has a chance to shine. Be sure to register by March 9, 2026, to secure your race t-shirt! Don't miss out on this fantastic event—mark your calendars and get ready for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit at the River City Run!
Not only will you have a chance to earn a stunning finisher's medal, but there are also fabulous cash prizes to compete for, totaling $800! With awards for top finishers in various categories and age groups, everyone has a chance to shine. Be sure to register by March 9, 2026, to secure your race t-shirt! Don't miss out on this fantastic event—mark your calendars and get ready for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit at the River City Run!
Organiser's Description
COURSE UPDATE:The start and finish of all races will be in the Water Park west parking lot at the Archery area like it was in 2024.
10k Course map [https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=r&id=5612]
5k Course map [https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=r&id=5613]
For over three decades, the River City Run has been one of North Alabamas most anticipated Spring RRCA runs.
WE ARE PROUD TO PARTNER WITH THE COMMITTEE ON CHURCH COOPERATION AS OUR CHARITY SPONSOR.
$800 IN PRIZE MONEY!! 10K MALE/FEMALE: 1ST $125, 2ND $100, 3RD $75, MASTER $50, GRAND MASTER $50.
FINISHERS MEDALS FOR 10K AND 5K. FUN RUN AWARDS FOR THE KIDS. Runners can participate in the 5K, 10K, 5k/10K Double or the all ages Fun Run. The 10K and 5K courses are flat and fast. The first 3.5 miles of the 10K are run through quiet residential streets. The finish of the 10K and the entire 5K is run on the park and golf course perimeter road which runs along the beautiful Tennessee River. The 5K course is an out-and-back and the 10K is a loop. The Fun Run is a loop of the paved perimeter trail around the Spirit of America field.
5K AWARDS: 1ST OVERALL M/F, MASTER M/F, GRAND MASTER M/F. AGE GROUP AWARDS 0-14 THEN 5 YEAR GROUPS TO 70+
10K AWARDS: SEE ABOVE FOR PRIZE MONEY CATEGORIES. AGE GROUP AWARDS 0-14 THEN 5 YEAR GROUPS TO 70+
Register by March 9, 2026 to guarantee your t-shirt!
Packet pickup and registration on Friday 3/27 from 11am to 2pm at Fleet Feet Madison, 181 Hughes Rd, Madison, AL.
Packet pickup and registration on Friday 3/27 from 5pm to 7pm at Cross Eyed Owl Brew Pub, 105 1st Av NE, Decatur, AL.
RACE DAY TIME LINE AT PT MALLARD:
6:30AM- 8:30AM -PACKET PICKUP AND REGISTRATION DEPENDING ON RACE.
7:30AM - 5K START
8:20AM - 10K START
8:30AM - 5K AWARDS
8:30AM - FUN RUN START
9:30AM - 10K AWARDS
Race day registration prices:
5k - $40 10k - $45 10k/5k Double - $50 Fun Run - $20
10k Course map [https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=r&id=5612]
5k Course map [https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=r&id=5613]
For over three decades, the River City Run has been one of North Alabamas most anticipated Spring RRCA runs.
WE ARE PROUD TO PARTNER WITH THE COMMITTEE ON CHURCH COOPERATION AS OUR CHARITY SPONSOR.
$800 IN PRIZE MONEY!! 10K MALE/FEMALE: 1ST $125, 2ND $100, 3RD $75, MASTER $50, GRAND MASTER $50.
FINISHERS MEDALS FOR 10K AND 5K. FUN RUN AWARDS FOR THE KIDS. Runners can participate in the 5K, 10K, 5k/10K Double or the all ages Fun Run. The 10K and 5K courses are flat and fast. The first 3.5 miles of the 10K are run through quiet residential streets. The finish of the 10K and the entire 5K is run on the park and golf course perimeter road which runs along the beautiful Tennessee River. The 5K course is an out-and-back and the 10K is a loop. The Fun Run is a loop of the paved perimeter trail around the Spirit of America field.
5K AWARDS: 1ST OVERALL M/F, MASTER M/F, GRAND MASTER M/F. AGE GROUP AWARDS 0-14 THEN 5 YEAR GROUPS TO 70+
10K AWARDS: SEE ABOVE FOR PRIZE MONEY CATEGORIES. AGE GROUP AWARDS 0-14 THEN 5 YEAR GROUPS TO 70+
Register by March 9, 2026 to guarantee your t-shirt!
Packet pickup and registration on Friday 3/27 from 11am to 2pm at Fleet Feet Madison, 181 Hughes Rd, Madison, AL.
Packet pickup and registration on Friday 3/27 from 5pm to 7pm at Cross Eyed Owl Brew Pub, 105 1st Av NE, Decatur, AL.
RACE DAY TIME LINE AT PT MALLARD:
6:30AM- 8:30AM -PACKET PICKUP AND REGISTRATION DEPENDING ON RACE.
7:30AM - 5K START
8:20AM - 10K START
8:30AM - 5K AWARDS
8:30AM - FUN RUN START
9:30AM - 10K AWARDS
Race day registration prices:
5k - $40 10k - $45 10k/5k Double - $50 Fun Run - $20
Races
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10k
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th March 2026 (8:20AM CDT)
$43.40
Flat and fast course in the park and residential neighborhood. Start Time: 8:20 a.m. USATF Certified Course, Chip Timing, Awards and $$ presented to: Top 3 Male & Female, 1st Masters and 1st Grand Masters; Male and Female. Finishers Medal, 5 year Age Groups. Fleet Feet Gift Cards to age group winners. -
5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th March 2026 (7:30AM CDT)
$38.10
Flat and fast out and back course in the park. Start Time: 7:30 a.m. USATF Certified Course, Chip Timing, Awards presented to: Overall, Masters and Grand Masters; Male and Female. Finishers Medal, 5 year Age Groups, Fleet Feet Cards to age group winners. -
10k/5k Double
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th March 2026 (7:30AM CDT)
$48.70
If you can run a sub 50 minute 5K you can also run the 10K race. Special award for FASTEST DOUBLE. 5k at 7:30, 10k at 8:20 -
Kids Fun Run
Incl. $2.02 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th March 2026 (8:30AM CDT)
$19.02
0.65 loop on the paved trail around the Spirit Field. Start Time: 8:30 a.m. Non-certified Course; Awards presented to 1st male and female. All runners age 12 and under receive Finishers Ribbons.
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2901 Point Mallard Dr SE, Decatur, 35601, AL, United States
River City Run Presented By Capital Power
