Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M, Charlotte, NC (03)
- Date Sat 17th January 2026
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Charlotte, North Carolina
- Price $33.80 - $70.90
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon
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Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of running at the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon event in Charlotte, NC, taking place on Saturday, January 17, 2026! This high-energy race kicks off at 8:30 AM from the scenic Mallard Creek Playground, conveniently located across from Mallard Creek Elementary School. Runners of all levels can choose between three thrilling distances: the 5K, which features a single out-and-back loop, the 10K, with two loops, and the challenging Half Marathon, which takes on four loops.
As you navigate through the course, be prepared for a fun challenge, including a hill at the start and finish. All participants are encouraged to register ahead of time on RunSignup, as there will be no on-site registration available. Don't forget to arrive early for packet pickup, which begins 30 minutes before the race. Every finisher will receive a medal to commemorate their achievement, making this event a perfect blend of competition and celebration. Join the vibrant running community in Charlotte and make unforgettable memories at the Medal Madness event!
As you navigate through the course, be prepared for a fun challenge, including a hill at the start and finish. All participants are encouraged to register ahead of time on RunSignup, as there will be no on-site registration available. Don't forget to arrive early for packet pickup, which begins 30 minutes before the race. Every finisher will receive a medal to commemorate their achievement, making this event a perfect blend of competition and celebration. Join the vibrant running community in Charlotte and make unforgettable memories at the Medal Madness event!
Organiser's Description
RACE INFORMATION
The race starts at 8:30 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
The race starts at Mallard Creek Playground across from Mallard Creek Elementary School.
The course has a hill at the start/finish.
5K & 10K COURSE (1.56M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6005460289
The course is an out-and-back (3.11M).
The 5K does the out-and-back one time.
The 10K does the out-and-back two times.
HALF MARATHON COURSE (1.64M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6002629408
The course is an out-and-back (3.28M).
The Half Marathon does the out-and-back 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 [https://usroadrunning.com/]
The race starts at 8:30 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
The race starts at Mallard Creek Playground across from Mallard Creek Elementary School.
The course has a hill at the start/finish.
5K & 10K COURSE (1.56M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6005460289
The course is an out-and-back (3.11M).
The 5K does the out-and-back one time.
The 10K does the out-and-back two times.
HALF MARATHON COURSE (1.64M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6002629408
The course is an out-and-back (3.28M).
The Half Marathon does the out-and-back 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 [https://usroadrunning.com/]
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Location
9729 Mallard Creek Rd, Charlotte, 28267, NC, United States
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