Medal Madness 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (25)
Medal Madness offers a flat, fast half marathon and 5K in Raleigh, NC.
Race Date
Jun 20, 2026
Location
Raleigh, NC
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, June 20, 2026
- Location
- Raleigh, North Carolina
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Medal Madness 5K & 13.1M in Raleigh, North Carolina, provides a straightforward racing experience focused on solid execution and finisher recognition. This event is designed for runners seeking a no-frills race day with a clear objective: to earn that medal.
The course is a concrete out-and-back, designed for speed. With minimal elevation changes, it offers a flat profile conducive to achieving personal bests. The half marathon completes six repetitions of the out-and-back loop, while the 5K runs it twice, ensuring a consistent and predictable running surface throughout.
Runners can expect a 3-hour time limit for the half marathon. The event emphasizes its finisher medals and a gear shop for additional merchandise. While specific details on field size, geographic draw, or repeat runner rates are not provided, the event is part of a series that aims for steady growth.
Race-provided description
Race Information The race starts at 9:00 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 The gate to the park opens at 8 am Parking is located at the playground on the north side of the park. This course is concrete. Bathrooms are located by the playground. 5K Course (0.78M) The course is an out-and-back. (1.56M) The 5K does the out-and-back two times. https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5949707791
13.1M Course (1.09M) The course is an out-and-back. (2.18M) The Half Marathon does the out-and-back six times. https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6595247665 Course Time Limit 3:00 hours. 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
9:00 AM
Start Location
9300 Deponie Dr, Raleigh, NC, 27614
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 87°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
67°
Afternoon (High)
87°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.1"
Precipitation
10 mph
Wind
66%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Medal Madness 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (25)?
The Medal Madness 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (25) is held on Saturday, June 20, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
Where does the Medal Madness 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (25) take place?
It takes place in Raleigh, North Carolina.
What distances does the Medal Madness 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (25) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K.
Is the Medal Madness 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (25) course flat and good for a PR?
The Medal Madness 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (25) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
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