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Sunday, February 7th, 2027
199 S Broad St, Mobile AL
5K
49–65°F · some rain risk
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2026
46–63°F
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2025
65–74°F
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2024
42–63°F
dry
2023
55–72°F
dry
2022
39–51°F
dry
2021
44–55°F
dry
2020
37–55°F
dry
2019
63–72°F
dry
2018
48–70°F
rain
2017
62–67°F
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About this race
🎭 Mardi Gras 5K Prediction Run
Mobile, Alabama
Sponsors List:
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🎭 Want to Sponsor?
- Purchase: 5 race entries.
- Provide: 1 volunteer.
- Welcome: to the party! 🎉
Want to do more? Contact the RD.
Race Overview:
🎉 Party with the Pack or go fast! Anyone can with this!
Whether you're chasing a personal best, dressing in costume, walking with friends, or just looking for an unforgettable Mardi Gras experience, this event is for everyone!
Our professionally chip-timed 5K combines friendly competition with Mardi Gras fun, making it one of the most unique races on the Gulf Coast.
Every Registration Includes:
- Custom Finisher Medal: Included.
- Event T-Shirt: Included.
- Professionally Chip-Timed Race: Included.
- Post-Race Celebration: Included.
*Medal and shirt designs will be revealed in November.
Race Information:
- Race Date: Sunday, February 7, 2027.
- Race Start: 8:00 AM.
- Race Location: 199 S. Broad Street, Mobile, AL (Downtown, across from The Ice Box).
- Course Cutoff: 1 Hour 25 Minutes.
Awards Ceremony & Post-Race Party:
- Date: Sunday, February 7, 2027.
- Awards Begin: 9:45 AM.
- Location: Oyster City Brewing Company, 600 Government Street, Mobile, AL.
- Activities: Join us for awards, games, music, and a Mardi Gras celebration!
Packet Pickup:
- Location: Fleet Feet Mobile, 3972 Airport Blvd., Mobile, AL.
- Date: February 1–6, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
- Race Morning: 6:00 AM – 7:30 AM at the race site.
- Registration: Event-day registration available.
What Is a Prediction Run?
A Prediction Run is a race where the winner isn't the fastest runner—it’s the person who best predicts their own finish time.
- Prediction: Enter your predicted finish time during registration.
- Comparison: Your official chip time will be compared to your prediction.
- Winner: The participant closest to their predicted finish time wins!
Prediction Run Rules:
- Entry: A predicted finish time must be entered during registration.
- Chip Time: Chip time is the official finish time.
- Pacing Devices: Not permitted for Prediction Run award.
- Eligibility: Using a timing device remains eligible for all other awards.
Awards & Competitions:
We want to celebrate the spirit of Mardi Gras and Joe Cain Day!
- No Age Group Awards: Instead, we focus on fun, costumes, and community.
- Closest Predicted Time: Anyone can win by guessing their finish time!
- Fastest Overall: Top Male & Top Female awards.
- Most Referrals: Share your referral code for a chance to win!
Costume Competitions:
- Best Costume: Winner selected by crowd applause.
- Best Joe Cain Costume: Celebrate Mobile's Mardi Gras history.
- Most Spirited: Bring energy and cheer to win this award.
- Team Bead Toss Competition: Last team standing wins!
Refund Policy:
We understand that plans can change.
- 75% Refund: Available up to 60 days before race day.
- 50% Refund: Available up to 30 days before race day.
- No Refunds: Within 30 days of race day.
- Process: Email refund requests by the applicable deadline.
For more details, visit our race page: Mardi Gras 5K Prediction Run.
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