Viking 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (09)
- Date Sat 28th February 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 fitness and fun at the Viking 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon in Gadsden, Alabama! Taking place on Saturday, February 28, 2026, this exciting event is perfect for runners of all levels. The race kicks off at 8:00 AM, with packet pickup available starting 30 minutes prior. Participants will experience a beautiful pea gravel trail as they tackle the distances: the 5K and 10K feature an out-and-back course that runners will navigate multiple times, while the Half Marathon covers a longer out-and-back route.
Set against the scenic backdrop of Gadsden, this race promises not only a great challenge but also a vibrant atmosphere filled with camaraderie. Don't forget, there are finisher medals for all participants, and those looking to showcase their creativity can compete for the best costume! With a course time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes, there's plenty of time to enjoy the experience, so gather your friends and family and join in on the fun!
Set against the scenic backdrop of Gadsden, this race promises not only a great challenge but also a vibrant atmosphere filled with camaraderie. Don't forget, there are finisher medals for all participants, and those looking to showcase their creativity can compete for the best costume! With a course time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes, there's plenty of time to enjoy the experience, so gather your friends and family and join in on the fun!
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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Location
829 Old S 4th St, Gadsden, 35901, AL, United States
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