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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bradenton, FL (38)

Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bradenton, FL (38)

Medal Madness offers a fast, flat half marathon with multiple distances in sunny Bradenton, Florida.

Race Date

Sep 19, 2026

Location

Bradenton, FL

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Location
Bradenton, Florida
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
Course
Out & Back
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed
Finishers on record
10

Highlights

Good For

PR Friendly

Atmosphere

Local CommunityGreat MedalWell Organized

Course

Fast Flat

The Experience

The Medal Madness series in Bradenton, Florida, provides a straightforward racing experience across 5K, 10K, and half marathon distances. The course is designed as a simple out-and-back, making it easy to navigate and offering a flat profile conducive to personal bests.

Runners can expect a typical Florida race day with warm temperatures and high humidity. The event is managed through RunSignup, with packet pickup conveniently located near the playground parking area. A 3-hour and 30-minute time limit accommodates a wide range of runners.

Finishing the race earns participants a medal, and the series also features awards for best costumes and series points. While the event focuses on efficient racing, it provides a solid option for those looking to test their speed on a certified course.

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 Park next to the playground in the big parking lot. https://maps.app.goo.gl/tR9gN2aDTZaWW8PS7 5K & 10K  Course (1.56M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/3423331954  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/5504167654  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 19, 2026

Start Time

8:00 AM

Start Location

Heritage Harbor Park, Bradenton, FL, 34212

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Out & Back

Terrain

road

Scenery

Park

Surface

Paved

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

5K10K

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage4/20

2 years running

Size3/15

~5 finishers a year

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

0% returning runners

Course & details8/15

3 timing sources · 3 photos

National draw2/10

runners from 2 states

Front-pack speed0/5

winner 1:39:47

Weather0/10

typical high 87°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

73°

Afternoon (High)

87°

Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration

0.2"

Precipitation

9 mph

Wind

81%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 10 finishers actually crossed the line across 2 years.

Most recent

2025

Total finishers

10

Median time

2:02:19

Latest turnout

7

States

3

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:35p50 median ≈ 2:102:55

Turnout by year

20242025

'24'25
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Race Photos

Frequently asked

When is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bradenton, FL (38)?

The Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bradenton, FL (38) is held on Saturday, September 19, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.

Where does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bradenton, FL (38) take place?

It takes place in Bradenton, Florida.

What distances does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bradenton, FL (38) offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.

Is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bradenton, FL (38) course flat and good for a PR?

The Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bradenton, FL (38) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.

How many people run the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bradenton, FL (38)?

HalfRuns has finish records for 10 runners who have completed the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bradenton, FL (38).

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