5 events in Marshall County, Alabama

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• Run 4 Kidtopia 5K/10K (formerly Dan Robinson Memorial Run) [runsignup.com]
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  Sat, May 02, 2026 at 7:30 AM

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  Year 7 with new and exciting changes! This annual event hosted by Kidtopia Playground Association, takes place at Grant Town Park located at 401 Park Rd, Grant AL 35747.

  This event began in memory of...

  Year 7 with new and exciting changes! This annual event hosted by Kidtopia Playground Association, takes place at Grant Town Park located at 401 Park Rd, Grant AL 35747.

  This event began in memory of the late Dan Robinson whose love for God and country was known by many throughout our community. Dan was instrumental in the formation of our non-profit organization and laid the groundwork for the development of Kidtopia playground.

  1st : This year we have updated our name so everyone knows exactly why we host this event, to benefit the playground! For 19 years this playground has served the families of Grant and surrounding areas with a wonderful place to gather and play. We want that to continue for the next 50 years, and we can't do that without wonderful sponsors and community!

  2nd : You asked and we listened, this year we will run the 10K race first and the 5K race after that, for our dedicated runners who want to do 15K!

  3rd: In 2025, our community lost 7 year old Gracie Morris suddenly and our children who went to school with, and cheered with Gracie wanted to do something to honor her, so all of this year's proceeds are going to an expansion dedicated to her memory!

  Back by popular demand: CASH Prizes!

  That's right, if you place as follows, you will be awarded with not only a cool finisher's medal but some cold, hard cash.

  1st place 5k / 10k - $200

  2nd place 5k / 10k - $100

  3rd place 5k / 10k - $50

  The 5K and 10K: The 5k is a USTAF certified walk/run race and both races will begin at Grant City Park, travel through the scenic mountain town of Grant. The course is mostly flat with a few inclines, including "Cardiac Hill" at the end. Volunteers and directional signs will be strategically posted along the routes to help guide runners in the right direction. A water and first aid station will be set up near the halfway point of the 5K, which is approximately mile 3.75 of the 10K. These races will end back at Grant City Park in front of Kidtopia playground. Rehydration & nutritious snacks will be available before and after the races.

  Please note that you must register by April 17th to be guaranteed a t-shirt!

  Awards categories for the 5K and 10K are as follows:

  Male and female divisions: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over.

  Sleep-in Option: If you want to support our cause but simply aren't interested in racing, consider the Sleep-In Option. All sleep-in registrants will receive a race day t-shirt and enjoy the cozy comforts of your own bed on race morning. T-shirts can be collected near our registration table until 10:00 am the day of the race or will be mailed to out-of-town registrants. You may also donate the amount of your choosing by clicking here or selecting the "DONATE" tab above.

  2026 Event Schedule:

  Friday, May 1st

  Packet Pick-up TBD @ Running Lane

  Saturday, May 3rd Grant Town Park

  6:00 to 7:00 AM Race Day Packet Pickup and Late Registration (we will be unable to provide a t-shirt to late registrants)

  7:30 AM 10K Run/Walk

  8:30 AM 5K Run/Walk

  9:30 AM Awards Ceremony

  5k 10k 9 Miles Run Walk

  401 Kidtopia Park Road, Marshall County, Alabama, 35747, United States
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• Conquer the Cave 5K [runsignup.com]
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  Sun, Sep 20, 2026 at 9:00 AM

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  The race starts in a beautiful valley with picturesque mountains and fields in the background. Once runners get to the 1.9 mile mark they will enter the crown jewel of caves in the Southeast. The...

  The race starts in a beautiful valley with picturesque mountains and fields in the background. Once runners get to the 1.9 mile mark they will enter the crown jewel of caves in the Southeast. The portion of the 5k course that runs through the cave is an out and back 0.6mi that is wide enough for 2 way traffic. Runners will pick up a glow stick at the turn around point and the decorative lighting will be on at all times. The average temperatures for race day are a low of 54F, high of 79F. Meanwhile inside the cave the year round temperature is a cool 58F. This will truly be a race like no other.

  Check out this awesome video on Cathedral Caverns State Park to get an idea of the beautiful scenery.

  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1cbIBSopnDo

  Packet pickup will be at RunningLane on FRIDAY from 2-7PM and SATURDAY September 20th from 10:30AM-4:30PM. RunningLane is located at 2407 Memorial Pkwy SW, Huntsville, AL 35801. There will also be packet pickup at the race on Sunday from 7:00AM-10AM. Please arrive 1 hour before your wave start.

  Due to the interest in this race and the size of the cave, we will have multiple heats or "waves" of 200 runners each. Each wave will go off 30 minutes after the first.

  Example:

  9:00am: 1st Wave

  9:30am: 2nd Wave

  10:00am: 3rd Wave

  10:30am: 4th Wave

  11:00am: 5th Wave

  We are unable to move runners from different waves based on the wave you select during registration. Please check with family and friends on which wave you want to participate in BEFORE registering that way you are able to run/ walk together.

  You must stick to your wave assignment! If you do not run in the wave you signed up for, you will not receive a finishing time.

  5k Run Walk

  637 Cave Rd, Marshall County, Alabama, 35776, United States
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• Cathedral Caverns Trail Run [runninglane.com] [Register at ultrasignup.com] - Facebook - Instagram
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  Sat, Nov 14, 2026

  5k 15k Run Trail

  637 Cave Rd, Marshall County, Alabama, 35776, United States
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