Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Charlotte, NC (25)
Medal Madness offers a fast, flat half marathon with a community feel in Charlotte.
Race Date
Jun 20, 2026
Location
Charlotte, NC
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, June 20, 2026
- Location
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- 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 Charlotte, NC, provides a straightforward racing experience focused on community and achievement. Runners gather at Mallard Creek Playground, with the half marathon kicking off at 8:30 AM and offering a generous 3.5-hour time limit.
The course is a consistent out-and-back design, repeated four times for the half marathon. While there's a slight incline at the start/finish area, the overall profile is flat, making it an attractive option for those chasing personal bests. Runners can expect typical race-day conditions in Charlotte, with average temperatures ranging from the mid-60s to high-80s.
This event is part of a larger series, suggesting a steady field size and a focus on runner engagement through series points and awards. The emphasis is on a well-executed race with the tangible reward of a finisher medal and commemorative shirt.
Race-provided description
Race Information The race starts at 8:30 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 The race starts at Mallard Creek Playground across from Mallard Creek Elementary School. The course has a hill at the start/finish. 5K & 10K Course (1.56M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6005460289 The course is an out and back. (3.11M) 5K does the course one time. 10K does the course two times. 13.1M Course (1.64M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6002629408 The course is an out and back. (3.275M) Half Marathon does the course 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, June 20, 2026
Start Time
8:30 AM
Start Location
9729 Mallard Creek Rd, Charlotte, NC, 28267
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 88°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
67°
Afternoon (High)
88°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.2"
Precipitation
10 mph
Wind
63%
Humidity
Frequently asked
When is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Charlotte, NC (25)?
The Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Charlotte, NC (25) is held on Saturday, June 20, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM.
Where does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Charlotte, NC (25) take place?
It takes place in Charlotte, North Carolina.
What distances does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Charlotte, NC (25) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Charlotte, NC (25) course flat and good for a PR?
The Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Charlotte, NC (25) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
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