Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (24)
Olympia's Medal Madness offers a fast, flat half marathon with a strong community feel.
Race Date
Jun 13, 2026
Location
Olympia, WA
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, June 13, 2026
- Location
- Olympia, Washington
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 7
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Medal Madness Half Marathon in Olympia, Washington, presents a straightforward out-and-back course designed for speed. This race, now in its first year, is part of a series that includes 5K and 10K options, all sharing the same start time.
The course is predominantly flat with minimal elevation change, making it an attractive option for runners targeting personal bests. The half marathon utilizes a 3.18-mile out-and-back segment, repeated six times, offering a consistent running experience. A generous 3.5-hour time limit accommodates a wide range of runners.
Participants can expect a community-focused atmosphere, with a strong emphasis on finisher medals and a costume contest adding a unique flair. The event is organized by US Road Running, a platform known for its series of races across the country.
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. 5K & 10K Course (0.78M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6600576416 The course is an out-and-back (1.56M) The 5K does the out-and-back two time. The 10K does the out-and-back four times.
13.1M Course (1.09M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6600577296 The course is an out-and-back (3.18M). 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, June 13, 2026
Start Time
8:30 AM
Start Location
5th Ave SW &, Water St SW, Olympia, WA, 98501
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
1 year running
~7 finishers a year
small race — neutral
0% returning runners
3 timing sources · 3 photos
runners from 1 state
winner 1:32:38
typical high 67°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
49°
Afternoon (High)
67°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
76%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 7 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
7
Median time
2:21:10
Latest turnout
7
States
1
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Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (24)?
The Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (24) is held on Saturday, June 13, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM.
Where does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (24) take place?
It takes place in Olympia, Washington.
What distances does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (24) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (24) course flat and good for a PR?
The Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (24) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
How many people run the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (24)?
HalfRuns has finish records for 7 runners who have completed the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (24).
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