US Road Running - Gadsden

AUG
22
2026
Run the Ninja 5K, 10K & Half Marathon at James Martin Trail Park in Gadsden on August 22, 2026 for scenic pea gravel trail racing. Pick your distance, score a finisher medal and costume awards, and register online only.
Sat 22 Aug 2026
Half Marathon 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Event overview

The Ninja 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon takes place on August 22, 2026, at James Martin Trail Park in Gadsden, Alabama (829 Old S 4th St, 35901). The event offers three distances:

  • 5K
  • 10K
  • Half Marathon

All runners must register on RunSignup. There is no on-site registration. The organizer notes that GPS devices may direct drivers to a small building on Old S 4th Street; the park and event area are located just behind the Gadsden Mall.

Course and services

The courses are run on a pea gravel trail. The 5K and 10K use an out-and-back segment described as 1.56 miles; the 5K completes that segment twice and the 10K completes it four times. The Half Marathon uses an out-and-back segment described as 3.18 miles and repeats it six times. The event has a course time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes.

The event includes finisher medals, awards, a best costume category, and a shirt and gear offering. Additional race information, series points, and frequently asked questions are provided by the race organizer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km