Tuscaloosa Gauntlet
- Date
- April 9–10, 2027
- Distance
- Mini Recruits | Ages 4-6 · Mini Recruits | Ages 7-8 · Junior Commandos | Ages 9-10 & more
From the Organizer
Join Tuscaloosa County Park & Recreation Authority (PARA), Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sports (Visit Tuscaloosa), and the Alabama Marines Foundation for the sixth annual Tuscaloosa Gauntlet obstacle course race, Saturday, April 10, 2027. The race features 20+ obstacles, including a Marine regulation O-Course.
Whether you're a competitive racer or just getting started, the course will provide a challenge worth celebrating! Competitive, open, and team heats are available, as well as a kids' race. This year, we will feature a kids' race on Friday evening, April 9, during packet pickup. This will be family night with food trucks and fun for the entire family!
The course will be different from last year's and will include new obstacles!
Are you up for the challenge? Register now!
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
74°
Typical Low
50°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Northport 2 S, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Tuscaloosa, AL
Population
107,699
as of 2023
Elevation
249 ft
Nearest Airport
BHM
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport · 50 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Tuscaloosa Gauntlet, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
305
Days to train
- Race
- Tuscaloosa Gauntlet
- Date
- April 9–10, 2027
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Running
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Tuscaloosa Gauntlet?
- Tuscaloosa Gauntlet is a running race held in Tuscaloosa, Alabama on April 9, 2027. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Tuscaloosa Gauntlet?
- Friday, April 9, 2027 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama at 4205 Northridge Road, Tuscaloosa, AL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Tuscaloosa Gauntlet?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Tuscaloosa Gauntlet
Apr 9, 2027