Medal Madness 5K & Half Marathon at Hickory City Park, Hickory, NC (23S60)
- Date Sat 6th June 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 an unforgettable day of running at the Medal Madness 5K & Half Marathon on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at Hickory City Park in Hickory, NC! This exciting event kicks off at 8:30 AM, with packet pickup starting 30 minutes prior to the race, ensuring all participants are ready to hit the ground running.
Choose between the thrilling 5K course, which consists of two loops, or challenge yourself with the half marathon, featuring six loops of the scenic route. Both courses are designed to provide an exhilarating experience, and all finishers will be rewarded with a themed medal to commemorate their achievement. Embrace the fun atmosphere by dressing up in your best costume for a chance to win an award! Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-time participant, the Medal Madness event promises a lively and supportive environment for everyone. Mark your calendars for this fantastic celebration of fitness and community!
Choose between the thrilling 5K course, which consists of two loops, or challenge yourself with the half marathon, featuring six loops of the scenic route. Both courses are designed to provide an exhilarating experience, and all finishers will be rewarded with a themed medal to commemorate their achievement. Embrace the fun atmosphere by dressing up in your best costume for a chance to win an award! Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-time participant, the Medal Madness event promises a lively and supportive environment for everyone. Mark your calendars for this fantastic celebration of fitness and community!
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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