Medal Madness 5K & 13.1M at Hickory, NC (36)
- Date Sat 5th September 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Hickory, North Carolina
- Price $33.80 - $70.90
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for the Medal Madness 5K & 13.1M in Hickory, NC, taking place on Saturday, September 5, 2026! This exhilarating race offers participants the choice of two exciting distances: a 5K and a Half Marathon. The 5K course features an out-and-back route that runners will complete twice, totaling 3.1 miles of fun and fitness. For those seeking a greater challenge, the Half Marathon course includes six out-and-back segments, covering 13.1 miles of scenic views and camaraderie.
The race kicks off at 8:30 AM, with packet pickup starting 30 minutes prior, so be sure to arrive early! Convenient parking and restroom facilities are available at the Trailhead, ensuring a smooth experience for all participants. Don't miss this opportunity to join fellow runners in a vibrant community event—register on RunSignup today and get ready to chase those medals!
The race kicks off at 8:30 AM, with packet pickup starting 30 minutes prior, so be sure to arrive early! Convenient parking and restroom facilities are available at the Trailhead, ensuring a smooth experience for all participants. Don't miss this opportunity to join fellow runners in a vibrant community event—register on RunSignup today and get ready to chase those medals!
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
Parking and restrooms are located at the Trailhead- https://maps.app.goo.gl/tJmT7w8PjTeEZpnXA
Registration and starting line are located north of the VFW, across the street from the corner of 16th Ave Pl NW and 12th St Dr NW- https://maps.app.goo.gl/5xTSLJccYk39YjU37
5K COURSE (0.78M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6233736925
The course is an out-and-back (1.56M)
The 5K does the out-and-back two times.
HALF MARATHON COURSE (1.09M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5975171281
The course is an out-and-back (2.18M).
The Half Marathon does the out-and-back six times.
COURSE TIME LIMIT
3 hours and 30 minutes.
View Race Information on US Road Running [https://usroadrunning.com/Races/NC/Hickory/177840-Medal-Madness-5K-13-1M-at-Hickory-NC-36/]
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
Parking and restrooms are located at the Trailhead- https://maps.app.goo.gl/tJmT7w8PjTeEZpnXA
Registration and starting line are located north of the VFW, across the street from the corner of 16th Ave Pl NW and 12th St Dr NW- https://maps.app.goo.gl/5xTSLJccYk39YjU37
5K COURSE (0.78M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6233736925
The course is an out-and-back (1.56M)
The 5K does the out-and-back two times.
HALF MARATHON COURSE (1.09M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5975171281
The course is an out-and-back (2.18M).
The Half Marathon does the out-and-back six times.
COURSE TIME LIMIT
3 hours and 30 minutes.
View Race Information on US Road Running [https://usroadrunning.com/Races/NC/Hickory/177840-Medal-Madness-5K-13-1M-at-Hickory-NC-36/]
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1581 12th St Dr NW, Hickory, 28601, NC, United States
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