Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Longview, TX (23)
Medal Madness offers a fast, flat half marathon with a community feel in Longview, TX.
Race Date
Jun 6, 2026
Location
Longview, TX
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, June 6, 2026
- Location
- Longview, Texas
- 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 Half Marathon in Longview, Texas, provides a straightforward racing experience focused on community and achievable goals. This event, now in its second edition, is designed as a loop course, making it easy for participants to navigate and for spectators to cheer.
The course is a certified out-and-back, primarily on paved roads, with minimal elevation change, making it a prime candidate for personal bests. Runners can expect a steady pace, with a generous 3.5-hour time limit to complete the 13.1 miles.
While specific crowd sizes and repeat runner rates are not detailed, the event's inclusion of multiple distances (5K, 10K, and Half Marathon) suggests a broad appeal. The focus is on a well-organized race day with finisher medals and opportunities for awards, catering to runners looking for a solid, no-frills half marathon.
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 The park is on the corner of E. Fairmont St and Princeton Ave. Parking is limited. 5K & 10K Course (0.78M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6634247610 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. 13.1M Course (1.09M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6634247777 The course is an out-and-back (2.16M). 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, June 6, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Start Location
1505 Princeton Ave, Longview, TX, 75604
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
2 years running
~4.5 finishers a year
small race — neutral
0% returning runners
4 timing sources
runners from 1 state
winner 1:56:00
typical high 89°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
71°
Afternoon (High)
89°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.2"
Precipitation
10 mph
Wind
72%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 9 finishers actually crossed the line across 2 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
9
Median time
1:56:00
Latest turnout
2
States
2
Turnout by year
2024–2025
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Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Longview, TX (23)?
The Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Longview, TX (23) is held on Saturday, June 6, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Longview, TX (23) take place?
It takes place in Longview, Texas.
What distances does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Longview, TX (23) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Longview, TX (23) course flat and good for a PR?
The Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Longview, TX (23) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
How many people run the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Longview, TX (23)?
HalfRuns has finish records for 9 runners who have completed the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Longview, TX (23).
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