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Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Colonial Heights, VA (38)

Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Colonial Heights, VA (38)

The Medal Madness series offers a half marathon, 10K, and 5K at Colonial Heights, VA.

Race Date

Sep 19, 2026

Location

Colonial Heights, VA

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Location
Colonial Heights, Virginia
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi)
Course
Out & Back
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed

Highlights

Good For

Beginner Friendly

Atmosphere

Local CommunityGreat MedalWell Organized

Course

Fast Flat

The Experience

The Medal Madness series at Colonial Heights, VA, provides a scenic out-and-back course along the Appomattox River Greenway. Runners can choose from a 5K, 10K, or a half marathon, all starting at 8:00 AM.

The courses are designed for speed, with the half marathon completing the out-and-back route four times, the 10K twice, and the 5K once. A generous 3.5-hour time limit accommodates a wide range of runners.

Participants can look forward to finisher medals, shirts, and the chance to win awards. Parking is available at Roslyn Landing, though it is limited.

Race-provided description

Race Information The race starts at 8:00 AM. Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts. All runners must register on RunSignup.  No on-site registration. Additional Information Park at the Appomattox River Greenway Roslyn Landing. Limited Parking. 5K & 10K Course https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5964793165  This course is an out-and-back. 5K does the course one time. 10K does the course two times. 13.1M Course https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5921762272  This course is an out-and-back. Half Marathon does the course four times.

Course Time Limit 3 hours and 30 minutes. 

Finisher Medals https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php  Shirt and Gear Shop https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php  Best Costume https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php  Series Points https://usroadrunning.com/S.php Awards https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php Frequently Asked Questions and Information https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php US Road Running https://usroadrunning.com

Course Info

Course Type

Out & Back

Terrain

road

Scenery

Lake River

Surface

Paved

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Course Map

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 & details2/15

limited extras

National draw0/10

no finisher data yet

Front-pack speed0/5

no winner time yet

Weather0/10

typical high 81°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

63°

Afternoon (High)

81°

Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration

0.1"

Precipitation

9 mph

Wind

78%

Humidity

Frequently asked

When is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Colonial Heights, VA (38)?

The Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Colonial Heights, VA (38) is held on Saturday, September 19, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.

Where does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Colonial Heights, VA (38) take place?

It takes place in Colonial Heights, Virginia.

What distances does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Colonial Heights, VA (38) offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles).

Is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Colonial Heights, VA (38) course flat and good for a PR?

The Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Colonial Heights, VA (38) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.

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