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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (36)

Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (36)

Medal Madness offers a fast, flat course with multiple distances in Bel Air, MD.

Race Date

Sep 5, 2026

Location

Bel Air, MD

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, September 5, 2026
Location
Bel Air, Maryland
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
Course
Out & Back
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed
Finishers on record
6

Highlights

Good For

PR Friendly

Atmosphere

Great MedalGreat Swag

Course

Fast Flat

The Experience

The Medal Madness series in Bel Air, Maryland, provides a straightforward racing experience across 5K, 10K, and half marathon distances. The courses are designed as out-and-back routes, emphasizing a flat profile conducive to achieving personal bests. Runners can expect a 3.5-hour time limit for the half marathon, allowing ample opportunity to complete the challenge.

This event is part of a series that focuses on providing a solid race day with finisher medals, shirts, and awards. While specific details on field size and geographic draw are not provided, the series aims to offer a competitive and accessible racing opportunity for local and visiting runners alike. The event is managed through RunSignup, with packet pickup conveniently scheduled just before the start time.

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, September 5, 2026

Start Time

8:00 AM

Start Location

1100 Cedar Ln, Bel Air, MD, 21015

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Out & Back

Terrain

road

Surface

Paved

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

5K10K

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage2/20

1 year running

Size4/15

~6 finishers a year

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

0% returning runners

Course & details5/15

4 timing sources

National draw2/10

runners from 2 states

Front-pack speed0/5

winner 1:56:37

Weather0/10

typical high 81°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

62°

Afternoon (High)

81°

Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration

0.2"

Precipitation

8 mph

Wind

72%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 6 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.

Most recent

2025

Total finishers

6

Median time

2:11:09

Latest turnout

6

States

2

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:55p50 median ≈ 2:102:50
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Race Photos

Frequently asked

When is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (36)?

The Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (36) is held on Saturday, September 5, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.

Where does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (36) take place?

It takes place in Bel Air, Maryland.

What distances does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (36) offer?

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

Is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (36) course flat and good for a PR?

The Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (36) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.

How many people run the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (36)?

HalfRuns has finish records for 6 runners who have completed the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (36).

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