Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Athens, GA (24) 2026 — Athens, GA

Date
June 13, 2026
Location
Athens, GA
Venue
North Oconee River Greenway Trailhead @ North Oconee Access Rd.
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$30.00 – $65.00
Events
5K, 10K, 13.1M
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M takes place on June 13, 2026, in Athens, Georgia, starting at 8:00 AM from the North Oconee River Greenway Trailhead on North Oconee Access Road. The event offers three distances: 5K, 10K, and half marathon. Entry fees range from $30 to $65 depending on distance. This is a running-focused race that draws endurance athletes preparing for summer racing. The greenway setting provides a dedicated trail environment for the event. If you're traveling to Athens for this race, you'll want accommodation near the North Oconee Access Road area to keep your prerace logistics simple and your morning start stress-free.

From the Race Organizer
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. Additional Information Parking lot near starting point https://maps.app.goo.gl/EFwtDUwqQ1ymp6x47 5K & 10K Course (1.56M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6531373447 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. 13.1M Course (1.64M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5986319710 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Athens, GA (24) 2026 — Athens, GA?

Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Athens, GA (24) 2026 — Athens, GA takes place on June 13, 2026. The race is held in Athens, Georgia.

Where is Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Athens, GA (24) 2026 — Athens, GA held?

Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Athens, GA (24) 2026 — Athens, GA is held at North Oconee River Greenway Trailhead @ North Oconee Access Rd. in Athens, Georgia.

Where can I find hotels near Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Athens, GA (24) 2026 — Athens, GA?

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