Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (34)
Gadsden's Ninja race series offers a unique pea gravel out-and-back challenge.
Race Date
Aug 22, 2026
Location
Gadsden, AL
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, August 22, 2026
- Location
- Gadsden, Alabama
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Trail
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 1
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Ninja 5K, 10K, and 13.1M at Gadsden, AL, presents a distinct running experience on a pea gravel trail. This US Road Running event utilizes an out-and-back course structure, with the half marathon completing the loop six times over 3.18 miles.
The race is situated behind the Gadsden Mall, offering a convenient location for participants. With a generous time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes for the half marathon, it aims to be accessible to a wide range of runners. Participants can look forward to finisher medals, and opportunities for costume contests, adding a fun element to the event.
Race-provided 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
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, August 22, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Start Location
829 Old S 4th St, Gadsden, AL, 35901
Course Info
Course Type
Out & Back
Terrain
trail
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
1 other map for this race
Quality Score
1 year running
~1 finishers a year
small race — neutral
0% returning runners
3 timing sources
no finisher data yet
winner 2:18:20
typical high 88°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
70°
Afternoon (High)
88°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.1"
Precipitation
7 mph
Wind
76%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 1 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
1
Median time
2:18:20
Latest turnout
1
States
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Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (34)?
The Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (34) is held on Saturday, August 22, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (34) take place?
It takes place in Gadsden, Alabama.
What distances does the Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (34) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (34) course flat and good for a PR?
The Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (34) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
How many people run the Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (34)?
HalfRuns has finish records for 1 runners who have completed the Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (34).
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