When
Saturday, March 28th, 2026
Where
2901 Point Mallard Dr SE, Decatur AL
Distances
10K · 5K
About this race
🏃♂️ Race Overview
COURSE UPDATE: The race start and finish of all races will be back at the original location at the Southwest corner of the Spirit of America Field.
For over three decades, the River City Run has been one of North Alabama’s most anticipated Spring RRCA runs.
🎖️ Race Maps
🏅 Prizes and Awards
- Prize Money: $800 in total for 10k male/female: 1st $125, 2nd $100, 3rd $75, Master $50, Grand Master $50.
- Finishers Medals: Available for 10k and 5k participants, along with Fun Run awards for the kids.
- Awards Categories: 5k Awards: 1st Overall M/F, Master M/F, Grand Master M/F, with age group awards from 0-14 to 70+
- 10k Awards: Prize money categories as above, with age group awards similar to the 5k.
📅 Event Details
- Date: March 28, 2026
- Location: 2901 Point Mallard Dr SE, Decatur, AL
- Register By: March 9, 2025 to guarantee your t-shirt!
- Packet Pickup: March 27, 2026 at two locations: Fleet Feet Madison (11am-2pm) and Cross Eyed Owl Brew Pub (5pm-7pm).
🕙 Race Day Timeline
- 6:30am - 8:30am: Packet pickup and registration depending on race.
- 7:30am: 5k start
- 8:30am: 10k start
- 8:45am: 5k Awards
- 8:50am: Fun Run start
- 9:45am: 10k Awards
💵 Registration Fees
Race day registration prices:
- 5k: $40
- 10k: $45
- 10k/5k Double: $50
- Fun Run: $20
🌟 Charity Partner
We are proud to partner with The Committee on Church Cooperation as our Charity Sponsor.
🔗 Learn More
For more details, visit the official race page: River City Run.
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