Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Colonial Heights, VA (26)
Medal Madness offers a fast, flat course with multiple distances at Colonial Heights.
Race Date
Jun 27, 2026
Location
Colonial Heights, VA
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, June 27, 2026
- Location
- Colonial Heights, Virginia
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 10
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Medal Madness series at Colonial Heights, Virginia, provides a straightforward racing experience focused on speed and multiple distance options. The half marathon, along with 5K and 10K events, utilizes an out-and-back course designed for fast times, with an elevation gain of approximately 0 feet.
Runners can expect a race day that begins promptly at 8:00 AM, with packet pickup conveniently located near the start. The course winds along the Appomattox River Greenway, offering a scenic, albeit simple, path. The time limit for the half marathon is a generous 3 hours and 30 minutes, accommodating a wide range of runners.
This event, which has seen steady participation and draws runners from about three states, is ideal for those seeking a PR opportunity. The series emphasizes finisher medals and awards, contributing to a satisfying race-day reward for participants.
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 Park at the Appomattox River Greenway Roslyn Landing. Limited Parking. 5K & 10K Course (1.56M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5964793165 This 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/5921762272 This 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 27, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Start Location
265 Charles H Dimmock Pkwy, Colonial Heights, VA, 23834
Course Info
Course Type
Out & Back
Terrain
road
Scenery
Lake River
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
~21 finishers a year
small race — neutral
0% returning runners
5 timing sources
runners from 3 states
winner 1:01:27
typical high 90°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
69°
Afternoon (High)
90°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.1"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
71%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 10 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
10
Median time
2:26:46
Latest turnout
10
States
3
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Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Colonial Heights, VA (26)?
The Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Colonial Heights, VA (26) is held on Saturday, June 27, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Colonial Heights, VA (26) take place?
It takes place in Colonial Heights, Virginia.
What distances does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Colonial Heights, VA (26) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Colonial Heights, VA (26) course flat and good for a PR?
The Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Colonial Heights, VA (26) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
How many people run the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Colonial Heights, VA (26)?
HalfRuns has finish records for 10 runners who have completed the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Colonial Heights, VA (26).
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