Raptor Run
Sat, Apr 4, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT
- Location
- Anniston, AL
- 800 Museum Drive, 36206
- Type
- RUN
Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.
At a glance
Race through a dinosaur-themed 5K or enjoy a playful Dino Dash Fun Run, hosted by the Anniston Museums and Gardens.
- Fun
- Competitive
- Quirky
Fun
Competitive
QuirkyGreat for: casual, fun-first runners, runners who like a competitive edge
Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing
Join the Anniston Museums and Gardens for the Raptor Run 5K and Dino Dash Fun Run in Anniston, AL. This event offers a 5K race for competitive runners and a shorter fun run for all ages, starting from the Anniston Museum of Natural History. Enjoy a unique dinosaur-themed experience as you run through Museum Drive and Lagarde Park, with awards for top finishers in the 5K. It's a wonderful opportunity to connect with the local community and enjoy a morning of movement.
What to expect
- Run a 5K race with awards for overall and age group winners.
- Participate in the shorter Dino Dash Fun Run, perfect for a playful morning.
- The course winds through Museum Drive and Lagarde Park.
Standout details
- Dinosaur-themed Raptor Run 5K
- Dino Dash Fun Run option
- Awards for 5K top finishers
- T-shirt guaranteed with early 5K registration
Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.
Distances & registration
2 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 1K
Sat, Apr 4, 9:30 AM CDT · From $16.90
Opens Mar 29, 2025, 4:00 AM CDT · Closes Apr 3, 2026, 1:00 PM CDT
- 5K
Sat, Apr 4, 8:00 AM CDT · From $32.80
Opens May 29, 2025, 8:00 PM CDT · Closes Apr 3, 2026, 1:00 PM CDT
The course
- Hilly
- Timed race
Vibe Check
Steady Effort
Steady Effort5K distance, mountainous area, typically mild weather
Based on typical seasonal and area patterns — not a course map or official forecast.
From the organizer
Lace up your running shoes and join the Anniston Museums and Gardens for the Raptor Run 5K! Registration fee is $30.00 for the Raptor Run 5K and $15.00 for the Dino Dash Fun Run (+ credit card processing).
Register by Monday, March 9th to guarantee a Raptor Run 5K t-shirt! T-shirt not included with Dino Dash registration.
**Dino Dash Fun Run registrants have the option to purchase t-shirt at check out. ($10)
Attention AM&G Members! Receive a $5 discount code by calling 256-237-6766 or emailing aroberts@annistonal.gov.
Raptor Run 5K begins at 8:00 am
Dino Dash Fun Run begins at 9:30 am
Awards to Follow
The Raptor Run 5K begins at the Anniston Museum of Natural History. Runners will race throughout Museum Drive and Lagarde Park. Museum Drive will be closed Saturday, April 4th from 6:00 am - 10:00 am. All participants are asked to park at the Anniston Star building or the Calhoun County Health Department. City of Anniston shuttles will be available to transport registrants before and after the race.
Registration Packet pick-up is Friday, April 3 from 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm at Anniston Museum of Natural History, and race morning beginning at 7:00 am. Last day to pre-register is Friday, April 3 at 4:00 pm. Race Day Registration is $35 for Raptor Run 5K and $20 for Dino Dash Fun Run. Race Day registration ends at 7:30 am.
Raptor Run 5K Awards:
Top Three Overall - Male and Female
Age Groups - Male and Female: 12 and Under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80
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