Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Danville, KY (35)
Medal Madness offers a fast, flat out-and-back course in Danville, Kentucky.
Race Date
Aug 29, 2026
Location
Danville, KY
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, August 29, 2026
- Location
- Danville, Kentucky
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 3
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Medal Madness series in Danville, Kentucky, provides a straightforward racing experience focused on speed and completion. The course is designed as a series of out-and-back loops, making it exceptionally flat with minimal elevation change, ideal for runners aiming for personal bests.
Runners can choose from 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon distances, all sharing the same fundamental out-and-back structure. The series, with its most recent edition in 2025, has been held twice and maintains a steady field size. The course time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes accommodates a wide range of paces.
Participants can expect a no-frills event that emphasizes the core running experience. Finisher medals, shirts, and awards are provided, with a nod to costume contests for those looking to add a festive element to their race day. The event is organized by US Road Running.
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 Meet by the Playground. 5K & 10K Course (0.78M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5971554076 The course is an out-and-back (1.56M) The 5K does the out-and-back two times. The 10K does the out-and-back four times. Half Marathon Course (1.09M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6607560817 The course is an out-and-back (2.18M). The Half Marathon does the out-and-back six 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, August 29, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Start Location
Millennium Park, Danville, KY, 40422
Course Info
Course Type
Out & Back
Terrain
road
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
1 other map for this race
Quality Score
2 years running
~1.5 finishers a year
small race — neutral
0% returning runners
5 timing sources
runners from 1 state
winner 2:30:00
typical high 85°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
65°
Afternoon (High)
85°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.1"
Precipitation
8 mph
Wind
70%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 3 finishers actually crossed the line across 2 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
3
Median time
2:30:00
Latest turnout
2
States
2
Turnout by year
2024–2025
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Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Danville, KY (35)?
The Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Danville, KY (35) is held on Saturday, August 29, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Danville, KY (35) take place?
It takes place in Danville, Kentucky.
What distances does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Danville, KY (35) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Danville, KY (35) course flat and good for a PR?
The Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Danville, KY (35) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
How many people run the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Danville, KY (35)?
HalfRuns has finish records for 3 runners who have completed the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Danville, KY (35).
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