Alabama · 5K

5K Races in Gadsden, Alabama

Every upcoming 5K around Gadsden, with start times, entry fees, finish-time stats from past editions, start-line maps, and the local run clubs to train with.

23 upcoming 5K races found · 17 with finish-time stats

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The Biggest and Longest-Running

The Gadsden races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.

Largest field16 finishersHoliday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (52)in the 5K
Sat, Sep 12, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (37) Gadsden, AL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026Footprint Sprint Color Run 5k Gadsden, AL5K1 MileFrom $20Details Sat, Sep 26, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (39) Gadsden, AL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 10, 2026Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (41) Gadsden, AL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (43) Gadsden, AL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Nov 7, 2026Dasche for the Stache 5K Gadsden, AL5KFrom $25Details Sat, Nov 7, 2026Gobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M, Gadsden, AL (45) Gadsden, AL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Nov 21, 2026City of Champions Half Marathon 10k/5k Gadsden, ALHalf Marathon6 Miles5KFrom $30Details Sat, Nov 21, 2026Gobbler 5K, 10K, &13.1M at Gadsden, AL (47) Gadsden, AL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Dec 12, 2026Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (50) Gadsden, AL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Dec 26, 2026Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (52) Gadsden, AL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Jan 9, 2027New Year 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (01) Gadsden, AL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Jan 23, 2027Viking 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (03) Gadsden, AL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Feb 13, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (06) Gadsden, AL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Feb 27, 2027Squirrel 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (08) Gadsden, AL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Mar 13, 2027Pirate 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL, (10) Gadsden, AL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Mar 27, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (12) Gadsden, AL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Apr 10, 2027Bunny 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (14) Gadsden, AL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Apr 24, 2027Pirate 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (16) Gadsden, AL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Sat, May 8, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (18) Gadsden, AL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Sat, May 22, 2027Squirrel 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (20) Gadsden, AL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Jun 12, 2027Luau 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (23) Gadsden, AL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Jun 26, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (25) Gadsden, AL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details

How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Sep 10, 2026.

Common Questions About Running a 5K in Gadsden

When are most 5K races held in Gadsden?

November is the busiest month for 5K races in Gadsden, with 4 of the 23, followed by September with 3. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.

How much do Gadsden 5K races cost?

Entry fees for 5K races here run from $20 to about $30, depending on the event and how early you register.

Are Gadsden 5K races beginner-friendly?

Yes, for the most part. Across the 16 5K races in Gadsden with published results, the typical median finish is around 36:52, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.

Where can I train for a 5K in Gadsden?

Browse Gadsden run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.