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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Madisonville, KY (35)

Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Madisonville, KY (35)

Medal Madness offers a fast, flat out-and-back course in Madisonville, KY, with multiple distances.

Race Date

Aug 29, 2026

Location

Madisonville, KY

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, August 29, 2026
Location
Madisonville, Kentucky
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
Course
Out & Back
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed
Finishers on record
3

Highlights

Good For

PR Friendly

Atmosphere

Local CommunityGreat MedalGreat Swag

Course

Fast Flat

The Experience

The Medal Madness series in Madisonville, Kentucky, provides a straightforward racing experience across 5K, 10K, and half marathon distances. The courses are designed as out-and-back routes, primarily on paved roads, offering a flat profile conducive to achieving personal bests.

Runners will pass by the Mahr Park Arboretum, with the half marathon course consisting of six repetitions of the out-and-back segment. The race has a generous time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes, accommodating a wide range of participants. The event is organized by US Road Running, known for its series points and finisher medals.

While specific details on field size and geographic draw are not provided, the series aims to offer a competitive yet accessible event for local and visiting runners. The focus is on a no-frills race day with an emphasis on the running itself and the satisfaction of earning a finisher medal.

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

465 Mahr Park Rd, Madisonville, KY, 42431

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Out & Back

Terrain

road

Scenery

Park

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

5K10K

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage4/20

2 years running

Size1/15

~1.5 finishers a year

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

0% returning runners

Course & details5/15

3 timing sources

National draw2/10

runners from 2 states

Front-pack speed0/5

winner 1:54:53

Weather0/10

typical high 86°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

68°

Afternoon (High)

86°

Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration

0.1"

Precipitation

7 mph

Wind

69%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 3 finishers actually crossed the line across 2 years.

Most recent

2025

Total finishers

3

Median time

1:54:53

Latest turnout

2

States

2

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:50p50 median ≈ 1:552:15

Turnout by year

20242025

'24'25
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Race Photos

Frequently asked

When is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Madisonville, KY (35)?

The Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Madisonville, KY (35) is held on Saturday, August 29, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.

Where does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Madisonville, KY (35) take place?

It takes place in Madisonville, Kentucky.

What distances does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Madisonville, KY (35) offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.

Is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Madisonville, KY (35) course flat and good for a PR?

The Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Madisonville, KY (35) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.

How many people run the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Madisonville, KY (35)?

HalfRuns has finish records for 3 runners who have completed the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Madisonville, KY (35).

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