Name: Jailbreak 5K
Start: 2026-11-14
End: 2026-11-14
Location: Mobile

About the Event

Break the boundaries and dash to freedom in the Jail Break 5K, a race filled with excitement, challenge, and Mobile’s rich history. Starting and finishing at the vibrant Mardi Gras Park, participants will embark on a heart-pounding route that takes them past the historic jail, fully immersing them in the theme of a daring jail break. But the fun doesn’t stop at the finish line! Runners can strike a post in a makeshift jail cell, capturing their victorious escape-or playful capture- for a perfect photo op. Whether you’re running for speed or fun, this unique course and interactive experience will keep you engaged every step of the way.

Organized by:

Family of the Fallen (Contact: info@familyofthefallen.org)

Location:

Mardi Gras Park, South Royal Street, Mobile, AL

Registration:

Register by mail (entries should be postmarked by October 28), in person at McCoy Outdoor, Run-N-Tri, or Fleet Feet in Mobile until noon November 13. or online at Runsignup.com until 6 AM November 13. Race day packet pick-up and race day registration from 6:30-7:15 AM at Mardi Gras Park, near the corner of Royal and Government Street.

Entry fees include: Inmate t-shirt, fugitive ID Bib, recovery contraband, and winners’ loot

Course:

The certified 5K course that starts at Mardi Gras Park allows runners to make their way past the Mobile County Jail and several Bonding Companies before taking advantage of the flat, shaded roads. The course is designed for breakout speeds.

Shirts:

To guarantee a shirt on race day, you must submit your application and fees by October 21. Shirts are as “available” after October 21.

Awards:

Top male and female Overall, top three male and female in age groups: 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, 80-84 and 85+.

This year, we're excited to introduce finisher's medals for the first 200 runners to cross the finish line. Whether you're racing for a personal best or simply running to support a great cause. we want to celebrate your effort and momentum.

Post-Race:

After crossing the finish line at Mardi Gras Park, finishers can commemorate their great escape with a photo op inside a jail cell. Awards, snacks & beverages will be provided after the race

Races Offered

Adult - no shirt option

Nov 14, 2026

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Distance — Adult - no shirt option

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08:00

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$20.00

Adult - with shirt

Nov 14, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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08:00

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$25.00

Virtual Escape

Nov 14, 2026

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Distance — Virtual Escape

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08:00

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$25.00

Youth (12 and under) - no shirt option

Nov 14, 2026

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Distance — Youth (12 and under) - no shirt option

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Type — Running

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08:00

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$15.00

Youth (12 and under) - with shirt

Nov 14, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running

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08:00

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$20.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for November in Mobile.

thermostat Temperature

12.8° / 22.0°

wb_sunny Feels like

11.1° / 21.2°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

8h 14m

water_drop Avg rainfall

3.2 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

11.3 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Low (2.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

75.4%

wb_twilight Sunrise

07:18

nightlight Sunset

17:55

About Mobile

Learn more about the host city, Mobile.

Mobile is a city and the county seat of Mobile County, Alabama, United States. The population was 187,041 at the 2020 census and estimated at 204,689 following an annexation in 2023, making it the second-most populous city in Alabama. The Mobile metropolitan area, with an estimated 412,000 people, is the third-most populous metropolitan area in the state.