CARNIVAL FROLIC 13.1 AND 5K 2026

Event Overview

• Event Name: CARNIVAL FROLIC 13.1 AND 5K 2026
• Date: 2026-02-14
• Location: 905 Canal St NE, Decatur, AL
• More Information: Race Details

Course Description

• Scenic Route: The race takes you through acclaimed historic districts.
• River Views: Run alongside the beautiful Tennessee River.
• Park Experience: Experience part of the course in Point Mallard Park.
• Certification: The race course is USATF certified.

Relay and 5K Information

• Relay Option: Half marathon relay option available with up to 4 members per team.
• 5K Race Start: The 5K will start at 7:15am and is an out-and-back course.
• 5K Participation: 5K participants receive a race shirt, carnival swag, and finisher surprise.
• Post-Race Treats: Mardi Gras donuts, Gatorade, and Pepsi for 5K participants at the finish line.

Finisher Rewards

• 13.1 Participants: Receive a race shirt, carnival swag, and Finishers Medal.
• Relay Teams: Each team member receives a race shirt, carnival swag, and team Finisher Medals.
• Cash Prizes: Overall winners of the HALF MARATHON receive cash and prizes.
• Post Race Celebration: All finishers enjoy a celebration at the Carnegie Visual Arts Center with beignets, red beans and rice, and ONE FREE mimosa or cold beer.

Registration Information

• Online Registration: Available through February 12, 2026, with incremental fee increases as race day approaches.
• Late Registration: Available at the Carnegie Visual Arts Center from February 13th to February 14th.
• Shirt Availability: Late registrants may not receive race shirts and sizes are not guaranteed.
• Packet Pick-Up: Available on February 13th and February 14th at the Carnegie Visual Arts Center.

Finishing Time Cut-Off

• Time Limit: There is a 3:30 time limit for the HALF MARATHON, as requested by the Decatur Police Department and RCR TIMING.