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Medal Madness 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (35)

Medal Madness 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (35)

Medal Madness offers a fast, flat concrete course in Raleigh, NC, with a focus on finisher medals.

Race Date

Aug 29, 2026

Location

Raleigh, NC

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, August 29, 2026
Location
Raleigh, North Carolina
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K
Course
Out & Back
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed

Highlights

Good For

PR Friendly

Atmosphere

Great Medal

Course

Fast Flat

The Experience

The Medal Madness 5K & 13.1M in Raleigh, North Carolina, provides a straightforward racing experience on a concrete course. The event, which also offers a 5K, is designed for efficiency, with packet pickup conveniently located just before the 9:00 AM start time.

The half marathon course is a repeated out-and-back, a design that contributes to its flat profile with minimal elevation change. This configuration is ideal for runners aiming for personal bests. The concrete surface ensures a consistent running experience throughout the race.

As part of the US Road Running series, participants can anticipate a focus on finisher medals, with links to costume contests and series points also available. The race has a 3-hour time limit, accommodating a wide range of paces.

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

9:00 AM

Start Location

9300 Deponie Dr, Raleigh, NC, 27614

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

5K

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage0/20

first year

Size0/15

no finisher counts yet

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

needs a few years of results

Course & details5/15

3 timing sources

National draw0/10

no finisher data yet

Front-pack speed0/5

no winner time yet

Weather0/10

typical high 87°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

69°

Afternoon (High)

87°

Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration

0.2"

Precipitation

8 mph

Wind

73%

Humidity

Frequently asked

When is the Medal Madness 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (35)?

The Medal Madness 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (35) is held on Saturday, August 29, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.

Where does the Medal Madness 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (35) take place?

It takes place in Raleigh, North Carolina.

What distances does the Medal Madness 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (35) offer?

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

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

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

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