Mardi Gras 5k Prediction Run (Mobile, AL)

🎭 Welcome to the Mardi Gras 5K Prediction Run

🎭 Mobile, Alabama

Chip Timed: Cutoff time 1hr 25min.

Price scale: $25 → $35 → $45 → $55 → Day of $65

Party with the pack or run serious. This event is for everyone!

Race Medal & T-Shirt!

Our goal is a Mardi Gras themed medal with bead lanyard & themed T-Shirt. Both to be revealed 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 Ice Box)
• Registration: Offered online via runsignup. Email race director if other accommodations are needed. (Micaiah@fleetfeetmobile.com)

Packet Pickup

• February 1st - 6th: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm at Fleet Feet Mobile (3972 Airport Blvd)
• February 7 (Race Day): 6:00 - 7:30 am at race site in downtown Mobile: event-day registration will also be available during this time.

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. Anyone can win! Just get closest to your predicted finish time. The chip time will be recorded as the official finish time. To be eligible for this award category, you must enter a predicted time on your application. The use of watches or timing devices will be considered an unfair advantage to win the prediction category, and the participant will be disqualified from winning the prediction prize. Racers wearing watches are still eligible for all other awards.

🏆 Awards & Competitions 🏆

We want to focus on the spirit of the event, Joe Cain & Mardi Gras.

There will be no age group awards: we are ready to party, cheer.

Closest Predicted Time

Anyone can win! When you register, enter your predicted finish time. If your actual time is the closest to your prediction, you win!

Top Male & Top Female

Team Bead Toss

Grab a partner and show your Mardi Gras skills!

Stand apart and toss beads to your teammate. Everyone throws at the same time. Each round, we step farther apart. If your beads hit the ground… you’re OUT. Last team standing wins!

Most Referrals

Share your code. Build your crew. The person with the most registrations using their code wins!

🏃‍♂️ Fastest Time

Who’s the fastest on the course? Top Male & Top Female awards will be given.

🎭 Best Costume

Go all out. Be bold. Be unforgettable. Be anything! Step forward, show off your look—Loudest cheers win!

🔥 Most Spirited (Energy Award)

This is YOUR moment to bring the energy. The life of the party! Dance, hype the crowd, and get others involved. Most electric personality wins!

🎷 Best Joe Cain Costume

Honor the spirit of Joe Cain in style. Step up. Show out. Loudest cheers win!

Refund Policy

We understand that plans can change. Our refund policy is designed to be fair while allowing us to properly plan and execute a great event for everyone.

Refund Schedule:

• 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
• Free bib transfer to another participant (up to 10 days before race)

Notes: Processing fees are non-refundable (standard across most races). All refund requests must be submitted via email before deadlines. Refund percentages are based on the original registration fee.

More Information

What is Joe Cain Day?
Occurring on the Sunday before Mardi Gras, many locals consider Joe Cain Day to be the true heart of Mobile's Carnival culture. This day typically features 3 parades and lots of family-friendly fun. Celebrate Mardi Gras the Mobile way with the Mardi Gras 5K, a high-energy run through the heart of Downtown Mobile on one of the city’s most iconic days!

Register Here