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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (36)

Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (36)

Medal Madness offers a fast, flat course with multiple distances in Bel Air, MD.

Race Date

Sep 5, 2026

Location

Bel Air, MD

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, September 5, 2026
Location
Bel Air, Maryland
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
Course
Out & Back
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed
Finishers on record
6

Highlights

Good For

PR Friendly

Atmosphere

Great MedalGreat Swag

Course

Fast Flat

The Experience

The Medal Madness series in Bel Air, Maryland, provides a straightforward racing experience across 5K, 10K, and half marathon distances. The courses are designed as out-and-back routes, emphasizing a flat profile conducive to achieving personal bests. Runners can expect a 3.5-hour time limit for the half marathon, allowing ample opportunity to complete the challenge.

This event is part of a series that focuses on providing a solid race day with finisher medals, shirts, and awards. While specific details on field size and geographic draw are not provided, the series aims to offer a competitive and accessible racing opportunity for local and visiting runners alike. The event is managed through RunSignup, with packet pickup conveniently scheduled just before the start time.

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. 5K & 15K Course (0.78M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/2853327571  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/5792803567  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

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, September 5, 2026

Start Time

8:00 AM

Start Location

1100 Cedar Ln, Bel Air, MD, 21015

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Out & Back

Terrain

road

Surface

Paved

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

5K10K

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage2/20

1 year running

Size4/15

~6 finishers a year

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

0% returning runners

Course & details5/15

4 timing sources

National draw2/10

runners from 2 states

Front-pack speed0/5

winner 1:56:37

Weather0/10

typical high 81°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

62°

Afternoon (High)

81°

Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration

0.2"

Precipitation

8 mph

Wind

72%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 6 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.

Most recent

2025

Total finishers

6

Median time

2:11:09

Latest turnout

6

States

2

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:55p50 median ≈ 2:102:50
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Race Photos

Frequently asked

When is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (36)?

The Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (36) is held on Saturday, September 5, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.

Where does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (36) take place?

It takes place in Bel Air, Maryland.

What distances does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (36) offer?

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

Is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (36) course flat and good for a PR?

The Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (36) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.

How many people run the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (36)?

HalfRuns has finish records for 6 runners who have completed the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (36).

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