Lion Trot 8K, 5K and Fun Run - Adult - shirt not included
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Distance
5 mi
Pace
All paces
Terrain
Road
Difficulty
All Levels
About this run
Benefits: Saraland Lions Club Programs Organized by: Saraland Lions Club (https://www.saralandlionsclub.com/) Location: Amelia Park, 716 Mae St, Saraland, AL 36571 Start times: 8K will start at 8:00 AM 5K will start at 8:10 AM Fun Run will start at 9:15 AM Distances: Certified 5K (AL22034JE) and 8K (AL25029JE) courses through Saraland neighborhoods. The courses are fairly flat; some gentle inclines. Water provided along the course. Fun Run is a flat out and back course that starts and finishes at the intersection of James Street and First Ave. Registration: Mail in registration, postmarked by November 20, or pre-register in person by 12 PM, November 27, at McCoy Outdoor, Run-N-Tri, or Fleet Feet in Mobile. Day of race registration will be from 6:30 – 7:45 AM at the pavilion in Amelia Park. Register online at until 7 AM November 27. Race day registration fees will be increased by $5. Awards: 5K and 8K: Top male and female finishers overall and top male and female walkers overall. Top three in age groups of 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 & over. Shirts: Shirts available for separate purchase - $10 for Youth Small through Adult X-Large; $15 for Adult 2XL through Adult 4XL. To guarantee a shirt on race day, please order by November 20. Shirts from previous Lion Trot races will be available for sale on November 27 at the race site. Post-Race: Food, beverages, awards, and other activities provided for all race participants.
Typical conditions
For events around November 2026 in Saraland, AL, United States: Typical autumn conditions in this region — conditions can change quickly; confirm race-day guidance on the official page.
How to prepare
A 10K benefits from a mix of easy mileage and one quality workout weekly. Build toward a long run of about 8–12 km in the weeks before the event, and keep taper light.
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