

Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (35)
Medal Madness offers a fast, flat gravel course with multiple distances in Bowling Green, KY.
Race Date
Aug 29, 2026
Location
Bowling Green, KY
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, August 29, 2026
- Location
- Bowling Green, Kentucky
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Mixed
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Medal Madness series in Bowling Green, Kentucky, provides a straightforward racing experience across 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon distances. The course is designed as a repeating out-and-back, allowing runners to tackle the same stretch multiple times. With minimal elevation change, it's a course that favors speed.
The primary surface is gravel, offering a different feel from typical road races. The race starts promptly at 8:00 AM, with packet pickup conveniently scheduled just before the event. A 3-hour and 30-minute time limit accommodates a wide range of runners.
Participants can expect finisher medals and the opportunity to compete for series points. The event is part of a larger series organized by US Road Running, known for its various race offerings and focus on participation.
Race-provided description
US Road Running Races US Road Running races are built for runners and walkers who like friendly, low-pressure race days with just enough competition to keep things exciting. Our events are local, welcoming, and easy to jump into, whether you are chasing a PR, collecting another themed medal, working toward series points, or just getting outside with good people. Most races are small enough to feel personal but organized enough to feel official. You can expect a clear course, helpful race staff, finisher medals, results, and a relaxed community feel. Bring your fast shoes, your steady walking pace, your favorite running buddy, or your best “I signed up for this on purpose” smile. We will be glad to see you at the start line. A quick race-day note: because many US Road Running events are small local races, we normally have one or two staff members at each race. EMS is not stationed on site, and water stations are limited to the finish area at the end of each lap and at the race finish. Please plan for the weather, bring anything you may want between laps, and check in with race staff if you need help. View Race Course, Results, and Race Information on the US Road Running race page.
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, August 29, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Start Location
885 Mount Olivet Rd, Bowling Green, KY, 42101
Course Info
Course Type
Out & Back
Terrain
mixed
Surface
Dirt Trail
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 86°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
66°
Afternoon (High)
86°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.2"
Precipitation
7 mph
Wind
71%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (35)?
The Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (35) is held on Saturday, August 29, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (35) take place?
It takes place in Bowling Green, Kentucky.
What distances does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (35) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (35) course flat and good for a PR?
The Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (35) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
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