Medal Madness 5K & 13.1M, Wilmington, NC (03)
- Date Sat 17th January 2026
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Wilmington, North Carolina
- Price $33.80 - $70.90
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, Half Marathon
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Event summary
Get ready for a thrilling day of running at the Medal Madness 5K & 13.1M event in Wilmington, NC! On Saturday, January 17, 2026, participants will have the opportunity to take on either a 5K or a half marathon distance, making it perfect for both novice runners and seasoned athletes. The race kicks off at 8:00 AM, and runners can pick up their packets starting 30 minutes before the race, ensuring everyone is ready to go.
The 5K course features an exciting out-and-back route, which participants will run twice, while the half marathon challenges runners with a six-loop out-and-back course. With a generous time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes, everyone has the chance to enjoy the scenic views of Wilmington as they strive for their personal best. Don’t forget to showcase your creativity; the event also includes a best costume contest! All finishers will be rewarded with medals, making this event a memorable experience for every participant. Join us for a day filled with fun, fitness, and fantastic camaraderie!
The 5K course features an exciting out-and-back route, which participants will run twice, while the half marathon challenges runners with a six-loop out-and-back course. With a generous time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes, everyone has the chance to enjoy the scenic views of Wilmington as they strive for their personal best. Don’t forget to showcase your creativity; the event also includes a best costume contest! All finishers will be rewarded with medals, making this event a memorable experience for every participant. Join us for a day filled with fun, fitness, and fantastic camaraderie!
Organiser's 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.
5K COURSE (0.78M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6630330868
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/6600462273
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.
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 8:00 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.
5K COURSE (0.78M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6630330868
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/6600462273
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.
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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4099 S 17th St, Wilmington, 28412, NC, United States
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