Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Slidell, LA (44)
Slidell's Medal Madness offers a fast, flat loop course with a generous time limit.
Race Date
Oct 31, 2026
Location
Slidell, LA
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, October 31, 2026
- Location
- Slidell, Louisiana
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Medal Madness series in Slidell, Louisiana, provides a straightforward racing experience focused on earning those coveted medals. Runners can choose from a 5K, 10K, or a half marathon, all taking place on a certified, flat, out-and-back loop.
The course is designed for speed, with minimal elevation change, making it a prime candidate for personal bests. The generous 3-hour and 30-minute time limit for the half marathon ensures that runners of all paces can participate and enjoy the event without feeling rushed.
Participants can look forward to receiving finisher medals, and there's even a nod to creativity with a best costume award. The event is managed by US Road Running, known for its series of races across the country.
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 Parking is available at the pinned location on the map, which is within walking distance of the start/finish area. https://maps.app.goo.gl/dWTEv8ApStvWD6tA9 5K & 10K Course (0.78M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6683440247/ This is an out-and-back course. (1.56M) The 5K does the course two times. The 10K does the course four times. Half Marathon Course (1.09M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6574570416/ This is an out-and-back course. (2.16M) The Half Marathon does the course 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, October 31, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Start Location
105 Robert Blvd, Slidell, LA, 70458
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
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
3 timing sources
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 73°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
58°
Afternoon (High)
73°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
11 mph
Wind
73%
Humidity
Frequently asked
When is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Slidell, LA (44)?
The Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Slidell, LA (44) is held on Saturday, October 31, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Slidell, LA (44) take place?
It takes place in Slidell, Louisiana.
What distances does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Slidell, LA (44) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Slidell, LA (44) course flat and good for a PR?
The Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Slidell, LA (44) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
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