GRC Summer 5k Series 2025
Date
Thu, Jun 4, 2026, 6:00 PM CDTDistance
5K
Quick take
A free, inclusive 9-week summer 5K series in Gadsden, offering social runs and walks through historic downtown.
Best for: casual, fun-first runners
Race feel
- Fun
- Scenic
Fun
ScenicJoin the GRC Summer 5K Series for a weekly, no-charge running or walking experience in Gadsden, AL. This 9-week series invites all ages and paces to gather on Thursday evenings at Back Forty Beer Company. Enjoy a pleasant 5K route winding through downtown Gadsden and its historic district. While the course is open to traffic, it offers a welcoming atmosphere for everyone to participate and connect. Optional sweat-wicking shirts are available for purchase.
What to expect
- Run or walk a free 5K route each Thursday evening.
- Explore downtown Gadsden and its historic district.
- Connect with fellow runners and walkers in a welcoming, all-paces environment.
Standout details
- Free 9-week summer series
Ready to register?
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
From the organizer
The GRC Summer 5k Series is a 9-week series through June and July. Runners will meet at Back Forty Beer Company in Gadsden, AL on Thursdays at 6pm from June 5th - July 31st. Runners will enjoy a nice 5k route through downtown Gadsden and the historic district.
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The course will be marked with bright colored duct tape on the road. The course is NOT closed - please be aware of your surroundings. *There will be NO charge for the series! * There is an option to purchase a series shirt or a ladies tank top, and they will both come in sweat-wicking material. The deadline to order a shirt is May 5th so we can have the shorts ready for you by the first night on June 5th. The series is open to all ages and paces - come join us for a run or a walk! You don't need to be a GRC member to enjoy these runs. Please follow GRC on Facebook to stay updated on weekly information regarding the Summer Series.