Warrior Dash 5K 2027 — Talladega, AL

Join us for the Warrior Dash 5K, a race with heart, purpose, and the spirit of true warriors! All proceeds from this event will directly support the Alabama Warriors, the adult goalball team based at E. H. Gentry, a division of Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB). Goalball is a unique and competitive team sport designed specifically for athletes who are blind or visually impaired. Using a ball embedded with bells, players rely on sound, communication, and teamwork to defend their goal and score against their opponents. It’s a fast-paced, inspiring sport that builds confidence, strength, and community. Your participation will help the Alabama Warriors thrive by funding essential needs such as uniforms, athletic shoes, travel expenses for tournaments, and equipment for practice and training. Every step you take in this race brings us closer to creating more opportunities for these incredible athletes to compete and grow in the sport they love. Whether you're running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, you're part of something bigger—empowering athletes and celebrating ability through sport. Come run with us and show your support for the Alabama Warriors—because every warrior deserves the tools to succeed. 💲 Early Bird Registration: Register now for $25 — available until December 30 at 11:59 PM. After this deadline, registration will increase to $30. 📅 Don’t wait — secure your spot today and save! 🏅 Awards Information: We’ll be recognizing outstanding performances with awards in the following categories: Overall Awards for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place Male and Female Age Group Awards for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place Male and Female in the following divisions: 0–9, 10–14, 15–19, 20–24, 25–29, 30–34, 35–39, 40–44, 45–49, 50–54, 55–59, 60–64, 65–69, 70–74, 75–79, 80+ 🌦 Rain or Shine Event – In the event of extreme weather, registration fees will be considered a donation. No refunds. 👕 T-Shirts: Participants who register by January 1, 2027 are guaranteed an event T-shirt. Don’t miss out! 🏃‍♀️ See Course Map at Bottom of Page 💼 Sponsorship Opportunities: Interested in supporting this event even more? We'd love to feature your business or organization! Please contact Victoria Banes at (256) 589-5627 for sponsorship opportunities or fill out the pdf below and email to banes.victoria@aidb.org. All sponsors will be featured on the back of the event T-shirt.