Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Winston-Salem, NC (25)
Medal Madness offers a fast, flat course in Winston-Salem with multiple distances.
Race Date
Jun 20, 2026
Location
Winston-Salem, NC
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, June 20, 2026
- Location
- Winston-Salem, North Carolina
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 23
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Medal Madness series in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, provides a straightforward racing experience with distances from 5K to a half marathon. The course is designed as a consistent out-and-back, offering a flat profile conducive to achieving personal bests. Runners can expect a time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes for the half marathon, accommodating a wide range of paces.
This event, first run in 2025, draws participants from approximately 4 states. The typical winning time for the half marathon is around 81 minutes, indicating a competitive field. Participants receive finisher medals and shirts, with opportunities for costume awards and series points.
The race is organized by US Road Running, with packet pickup conveniently located just before the start time. While the event focuses on the running challenge and awards, the atmosphere is geared towards a functional race day rather than extensive spectator engagement.
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 & 10K Course (1.56M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6687101419/ The course is an out-and-back (3.11M) The 5K does the out-and-back one time. The 10K does the out-and-back two times. 13.1M Course (1.64M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5984122486/ The course is an out-and-back (3.28M). The Half Marathon does the out-and-back 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
8:00 AM
Start Location
285 Meadowlark Dr, Winston-Salem, NC, 27106
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
1 year running
~23 finishers a year
small race — neutral
0% returning runners
3 timing sources · 3 photos
runners from 4 states
winner 1:21:15
typical high 87°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
65°
Afternoon (High)
87°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.1"
Precipitation
10 mph
Wind
63%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 23 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
23
Median time
1:48:37
Latest turnout
23
States
4
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Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Winston-Salem, NC (25)?
The Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Winston-Salem, NC (25) is held on Saturday, June 20, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Winston-Salem, NC (25) take place?
It takes place in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
What distances does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Winston-Salem, NC (25) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Winston-Salem, NC (25) course flat and good for a PR?
The Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Winston-Salem, NC (25) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
How many people run the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Winston-Salem, NC (25)?
HalfRuns has finish records for 23 runners who have completed the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Winston-Salem, NC (25).
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