
Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Williamsburg, VA (38)
Williamsburg's Medal Madness offers a flat, fast half marathon with a festive atmosphere.
Race Date
Sep 19, 2026
Location
Williamsburg, VA
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, September 19, 2026
- Location
- Williamsburg, Virginia
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Medal Madness half marathon in Williamsburg, VA, unfolds on a straightforward, flat out-and-back course. This certified path is designed for speed, making it a prime location for runners aiming for personal bests or Boston Qualifying times.
The race is part of a series, suggesting a community of dedicated runners, though specific figures on field size, states represented, or repeat runner rates are not provided. The typical race-day weather, averaging 65-80°F with moderate humidity and a light breeze, offers comfortable conditions for racing.
Runners can expect a well-organized event with a clear focus on the running experience, culminating in the awarding of finisher medals and series points. The event also includes 5K and 10K options, catering to a range of abilities.
Race-provided description
Race Information The race starts at 8:30 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. Parking & Start Location Update Please park in the Lois Hornsby Middle School parking lot and follow the sidewalk to the middle school bus loop, where the race will begin.
New start location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Cv89KFgQFfA1YCP48All participants must park at Lois Hornsby Middle School: https://maps.app.goo.gl/MyLJQnNEWbW3inM1A 5K & 10K (1.56M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6645699747 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. Half Marathon Course (1.64M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6645699496 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, September 19, 2026
Start Time
8:30 AM
Start Location
850 Jolly Pond Rd, Williamsburg, VA, 23188
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 80°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
65°
Afternoon (High)
80°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.2"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
78%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Williamsburg, VA (38)?
The Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Williamsburg, VA (38) is held on Saturday, September 19, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM.
Where does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Williamsburg, VA (38) take place?
It takes place in Williamsburg, Virginia.
What distances does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Williamsburg, VA (38) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Williamsburg, VA (38) course flat and good for a PR?
The Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Williamsburg, VA (38) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
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