Medal Madness 5K & Half Marathon at Hickory City Park, Hickory, NC (10S60)
- Date Sat 7th March 2026
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Hickory, North Carolina
- Price $33.80 - $70.90
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for the exhilarating Medal Madness 5K & Half Marathon on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at Hickory City Park in beautiful Hickory, North Carolina! This vibrant event kicks off at 8:30 AM, welcoming runners of all levels to take on either the 5K or the challenging Half Marathon distance. The 5K course is a fun out-and-back route, and participants will complete it twice, while the Half Marathon runners will tackle the course six times, all within a generous time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes.
As you race through the scenic surroundings of Hickory, don't miss the chance to showcase your creativity—costumes are encouraged, and the best-dressed runner will be recognized at the start of the event! Every finisher will receive a themed medal to commemorate their achievement, making it a perfect day for personal triumphs and memorable moments. Whether you’re competing for points in the US Road Running Race Series or simply enjoying a day of fitness and fun, the Medal Madness event promises to be a highlight of your spring calendar!
As you race through the scenic surroundings of Hickory, don't miss the chance to showcase your creativity—costumes are encouraged, and the best-dressed runner will be recognized at the start of the event! Every finisher will receive a themed medal to commemorate their achievement, making it a perfect day for personal triumphs and memorable moments. Whether you’re competing for points in the US Road Running Race Series or simply enjoying a day of fitness and fun, the Medal Madness event promises to be a highlight of your spring calendar!
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 starting line is located across the street from the corner of 16th Ave Pl NW and 12th St Dr NW.
5K COURSE
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6233736925
The course is an out and back.
5K does the course two times.
HALF MARATHON COURSE
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5975171281
The course is an out and back.
Half Marathon does the course six times.
COURSE TIME LIMIT
3 hours and 30 minutes.
FINISHER MEDALS
All finishers will receive a themed medal.
BEST COSTUME
It is not required to wear a costume, but we do encourage it.
At the beginning of each race, we take a group photo.
The best costume will be awarded at the beginning race.
SERIES POINTS
This race earns points towards the US Road Running Race Series.
For more information go to 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
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 starting line is located across the street from the corner of 16th Ave Pl NW and 12th St Dr NW.
5K COURSE
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6233736925
The course is an out and back.
5K does the course two times.
HALF MARATHON COURSE
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5975171281
The course is an out and back.
Half Marathon does the course six times.
COURSE TIME LIMIT
3 hours and 30 minutes.
FINISHER MEDALS
All finishers will receive a themed medal.
BEST COSTUME
It is not required to wear a costume, but we do encourage it.
At the beginning of each race, we take a group photo.
The best costume will be awarded at the beginning race.
SERIES POINTS
This race earns points towards the US Road Running Race Series.
For more information go to 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
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