Viking 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at James D. Martin Park, Gadsden, AL (09) 30
- 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
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Viking 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon taking place on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at the scenic James D. Martin Park in Gadsden, Alabama! This exciting event begins at 8:00 AM, and with distances to suit all levels of runners, from the 5K to the challenging Half Marathon, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Runners will experience a beautiful pea gravel trail as they navigate the out-and-back courses, with the 5K and 10K offering multiple laps for a total of 0.78 miles and 1.56 miles respectively, while the Half Marathon stretches over 1.09 miles for six thrilling laps. Don’t forget to arrive early for packet pickup, which starts 30 minutes before the race. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a casual runner, the Viking event promises a day filled with fun, camaraderie, and the thrill of crossing the finish line with a finisher medal in hand! Be sure to register in advance on RunSignup as there will be no on-site registration. Join us for a fantastic day of racing in beautiful Gadsden!
Runners will experience a beautiful pea gravel trail as they navigate the out-and-back courses, with the 5K and 10K offering multiple laps for a total of 0.78 miles and 1.56 miles respectively, while the Half Marathon stretches over 1.09 miles for six thrilling laps. Don’t forget to arrive early for packet pickup, which starts 30 minutes before the race. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a casual runner, the Viking event promises a day filled with fun, camaraderie, and the thrill of crossing the finish line with a finisher medal in hand! Be sure to register in advance on RunSignup as there will be no on-site registration. Join us for a fantastic day of racing in beautiful 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.
The 15K does the out-and-back six 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.
The 15K does the out-and-back six 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/]
Viking 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at James D. Martin Park, Gadsden, AL (09) 30
