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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Harrisburg, PA (44)

Medal Madness 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Harrisburg, PA (44)

Medal Madness offers a unique series of races with themed medals in Harrisburg.

Race Date

Oct 31, 2026

Location

Harrisburg, PA

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, October 31, 2026
Location
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K, 26.2 Miles
Course
Out & Back
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed

Highlights

Good For

Beginner Friendly

Atmosphere

Great MedalWell Organized

The Experience

The Medal Madness series in Harrisburg, PA, provides a unique challenge for runners of all distances, from 5K to marathon. All participants are celebrated with a themed finisher medal, making each race a memorable achievement.

The courses are designed as out-and-back routes, with the half marathon completing the loop four times and the marathon eight times. The series emphasizes participation and completion, offering a generous six-hour time limit across all events. Runners can expect a straightforward race day experience, with packet pickup conveniently available shortly before the 11:00 AM start.

This event is part of a larger series that also includes 5K, 10K, and marathon distances, catering to a wide range of running goals. While specific details on field size and geographic draw are not provided, the series aims to bring runners together for a day of accomplishment and themed rewards.

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, October 31, 2026

Start Time

8:00 AM

Start Location

11 Championship Way, Harrisburg, PA, 17101

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Out & Back

Terrain

road

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

5K10K26.2 Miles

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

Weather8/10

typical high 61°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

44°

Afternoon (High)

61°

Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish

0.1"

Precipitation

10 mph

Wind

72%

Humidity

Race Photos

Frequently asked

When is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Harrisburg, PA (44)?

The Medal Madness 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Harrisburg, PA (44) is held on Saturday, October 31, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.

Where does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Harrisburg, PA (44) take place?

It takes place in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

What distances does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Harrisburg, PA (44) offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K, 26.2 Miles.

Is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Harrisburg, PA (44) course flat and good for a PR?

The Medal Madness 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Harrisburg, PA (44) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.

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