Medal Madness 5K, 10K, 13.1M at Cousler Park, York, PA (37)
Medal Madness offers a unique out-and-back challenge with a focus on finisher medals.
Race Date
Sep 12, 2026
Location
York, PA
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, September 12, 2026
- Location
- York, Pennsylvania
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 9
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Medal Madness series at Cousler Park in York, PA, presents a straightforward out-and-back course designed for runners seeking a straightforward race day experience. This event, which has seen steady participation, typically draws runners from around three states, highlighting its regional appeal. The half marathon course, a series of out-and-back loops, is designed to be fast, with an elevation gain and loss of approximately 0 feet, making it a potential candidate for personal bests.
The race kicks off at 8:00 AM, with packet pickup conveniently available just before the start. A generous 3.5-hour time limit accommodates a wide range of runners, from seasoned athletes to those newer to the half marathon distance. The series emphasizes finisher medals, with dedicated sections for costume contests and series points, adding a touch of fun and competition to the event.
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: Pavilion C Parking 5K & 10K Course (0.78M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6636545762 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/6636545762 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 US Road Running https://usroadrunning.com
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, September 12, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Start Location
1060 Church Rd, York, PA, 17404
Course Info
Course Type
Out & Back
Terrain
road
Scenery
Park
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
~9 finishers a year
small race — neutral
0% returning runners
5 timing sources
runners from 3 states
winner 1:38:42
typical high 79°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
61°
Afternoon (High)
79°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
69%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 9 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.
Most recent
2023
Total finishers
9
Median time
2:13:04
Latest turnout
9
States
3
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Frequently asked
When is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, 13.1M at Cousler Park, York, PA (37)?
The Medal Madness 5K, 10K, 13.1M at Cousler Park, York, PA (37) is held on Saturday, September 12, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, 13.1M at Cousler Park, York, PA (37) take place?
It takes place in York, Pennsylvania.
What distances does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, 13.1M at Cousler Park, York, PA (37) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, 13.1M at Cousler Park, York, PA (37) course flat and good for a PR?
The Medal Madness 5K, 10K, 13.1M at Cousler Park, York, PA (37) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
How many people run the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, 13.1M at Cousler Park, York, PA (37)?
HalfRuns has finish records for 9 runners who have completed the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, 13.1M at Cousler Park, York, PA (37).
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