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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Madisonville, KY (35)

Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Madisonville, KY (35)

Medal Madness offers a fast, flat out-and-back course in Madisonville, KY, with multiple distances.

Race Date

Aug 29, 2026

Location

Madisonville, KY

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, August 29, 2026
Location
Madisonville, 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

PR Friendly

Atmosphere

Local CommunityGreat MedalGreat Swag

Course

Fast Flat

The Experience

The Medal Madness series in Madisonville, Kentucky, provides a straightforward racing experience across 5K, 10K, and half marathon distances. The courses are designed as out-and-back routes, primarily on paved roads, offering a flat profile conducive to achieving personal bests.

Runners will pass by the Mahr Park Arboretum, with the half marathon course consisting of six repetitions of the out-and-back segment. The race has a generous time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes, accommodating a wide range of participants. The event is organized by US Road Running, known for its series points and finisher medals.

While specific details on field size and geographic draw are not provided, the series aims to offer a competitive yet accessible event for local and visiting runners. The focus is on a no-frills race day with an emphasis on the running itself and the satisfaction of earning a finisher medal.

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 Go past the Mahr Park Arboretum to the end of the road. Limited parking.  If you park in the grass, do not block the utility boxes. Google pin location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/GbdpaDjvXL9o6QUS9  5K & 10K Course (0.78M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6009183208  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. 13.1M Course (1.09M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5955532195  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

465 Mahr Park Rd, Madisonville, KY, 42431

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Out & Back

Terrain

road

Scenery

Park

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

5K10K

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage4/20

2 years running

Size1/15

~1.5 finishers a year

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

0% returning runners

Course & details5/15

3 timing sources

National draw2/10

runners from 2 states

Front-pack speed0/5

winner 1:54:53

Weather0/10

typical high 86°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

68°

Afternoon (High)

86°

Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration

0.1"

Precipitation

7 mph

Wind

69%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 3 finishers actually crossed the line across 2 years.

Most recent

2025

Total finishers

3

Median time

1:54:53

Latest turnout

2

States

2

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:50p50 median ≈ 1:552:15

Turnout by year

20242025

'24'25
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Race Photos

Frequently asked

When is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Madisonville, KY (35)?

The Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Madisonville, KY (35) is held on Saturday, August 29, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.

Where does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Madisonville, KY (35) take place?

It takes place in Madisonville, Kentucky.

What distances does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Madisonville, KY (35) offer?

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

Is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Madisonville, KY (35) course flat and good for a PR?

The Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Madisonville, KY (35) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.

How many people run the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Madisonville, KY (35)?

HalfRuns has finish records for 3 runners who have completed the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Madisonville, KY (35).

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