Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Little Rock, AR (37)
Medal Madness offers a fast, flat half marathon in Little Rock with multiple distances.
Race Date
Sep 12, 2026
Location
Little Rock, AR
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, September 12, 2026
- Location
- Little Rock, Arkansas
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 17
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Medal Madness series in Little Rock provides a straightforward racing experience with options for 5K, 10K, and half marathon distances. The course, primarily asphalt, is designed as an out-and-back route, repeated multiple times for each distance. This configuration, combined with minimal elevation change, suggests a course conducive to achieving personal bests.
The race typically sees participants from around 4 states, indicating a draw within the region. With a 3-hour and 30-minute time limit for the half marathon, it's an accessible event for a range of runners. The series, now in its third edition, focuses on providing essential race elements, including finisher medals and gear, for those looking for a solid, no-frills race day.
Race-provided description
Race Information The race starts at 8:00 AM. Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts. All runners must register on RunSignup. No on-site registration. Additional Information This course is made of asphalt. Bathrooms are located by the playground, before the starting line. 5K & 10K Course (1.56M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5559761266 The course is an out-and-back (3.11M) The 5K does the out-and-back one time. The 10K does the out-and-back two times. Half Marathon Course (1.64M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5529566377 The course is an out-and-back (3.28M). The Half Marathon does the out-and-back four times. Course Time Limit 3 hours and 30 minutes. Finisher Medals https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php Shirt and Gear Shop https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php Best Costume https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php Series Points https://usroadrunning.com/S.php Awards https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php Frequently Asked Questions and Information https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php US Road Running https://usroadrunning.com
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, September 12, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Start Location
6900 Two Rivers Park Road, Little Rock, AR, 72223
Course Info
Course Type
Out & Back
Terrain
road
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
1 other map for this race
Quality Score
3 years running
~8 finishers a year
small race — neutral
0% returning runners
5 timing sources · 3 photos
runners from 4 states
winner 2:10:45
typical high 86°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
66°
Afternoon (High)
86°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.1"
Precipitation
8 mph
Wind
64%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 17 finishers actually crossed the line across 3 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
17
Median time
2:15:11
Latest turnout
6
States
5
Turnout by year
2023–2025
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Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Little Rock, AR (37)?
The Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Little Rock, AR (37) is held on Saturday, September 12, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Little Rock, AR (37) take place?
It takes place in Little Rock, Arkansas.
What distances does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Little Rock, AR (37) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Little Rock, AR (37) course flat and good for a PR?
The Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Little Rock, AR (37) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
How many people run the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Little Rock, AR (37)?
HalfRuns has finish records for 17 runners who have completed the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Little Rock, AR (37).
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