Footprint Sprint Color Run 5k 2026 — Gadsden, AL

Date
September 19, 2026
Location
Gadsden, AL
Venue
1001 Rainbow Drive
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$20.00 – $25.00
Events
Footprint Sprint 5k Color Run, Footprint Sprint 1 Mile Fun Run
Includes
T-Shirt
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Registration for the Footprint Sprint Color Run 5K costs $20 to $25. Held in Gadsden, Alabama on September 19, 2026, this running event takes place at 1001 Rainbow Drive with a typical start time of 8:00 AM. The race offers a 1-mile distance, making it accessible for runners of various fitness levels. Whether you're looking for a lower-key event or a warm-up before a longer race, this event provides an affordable option in the Gadsden area.

From the Race Organizer
Footprint Sprint is a 5K color run and fun run held each October to promote Infant Loss Awareness month. This run is sponsored by Baker’s Blessing, a nonprofit organization created in memory of Baker Kade Beach who was stillborn at 33 weeks. Baker’s Blessing provides care packages for women and families who suffer from miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss. All proceeds from the race will go directly to Baker’s Blessing to support families who suffer from these losses.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Footprint Sprint Color Run 5k 2026 — Gadsden, AL?

Footprint Sprint Color Run 5k 2026 — Gadsden, AL takes place on September 19, 2026. The race is held in Gadsden, Alabama.

Where is Footprint Sprint Color Run 5k 2026 — Gadsden, AL held?

Footprint Sprint Color Run 5k 2026 — Gadsden, AL is held at 1001 Rainbow Drive in Gadsden, Alabama.

Where can I find hotels near Footprint Sprint Color Run 5k 2026 — Gadsden, AL?

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