Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Slidell, LA (44) 2026 — Slidell, LA

Date
October 31, 2026
Location
Slidell, LA
Venue
105 Robert Blvd
Start Time
8:00 AM
Sunrise
7:11 AM
Entry Fee
$30.00 – $65.00
Events
5K, 10K, Half Marathon
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M starts at 8:00 AM on October 31st, 2026, giving you time to arrive the night before or early morning depending on your travel plans. The race takes place at 105 Robert Boulevard in Slidell, Louisiana, and offers three distances: a 5K, 10K, and half marathon. Entry fees range from $30 to $65 depending on distance and registration timing. This Halloween-weekend event is ideal for endurance runners of varying levels looking to add a medal to their collection without traveling far from the Louisiana Gulf Coast region.

From the Race Organizer
US Road Running Races US Road Running races are built for runners and walkers who like friendly, low-pressure race days with just enough competition to keep things exciting. Our events are local, welcoming, and easy to jump into, whether you are chasing a PR, collecting another themed medal, working toward series points, or just getting outside with good people. Most races are small enough to feel personal but organized enough to feel official. You can expect a clear course, helpful race staff, finisher medals, results, and a relaxed community feel. Bring your fast shoes, your steady walking pace, your favorite running buddy, or your best “I signed up for this on purpose” smile. We will be glad to see you at the start line. A quick race-day note: because many US Road Running events are small local races, we normally have one or two staff members at each race. EMS is not stationed on site, and water stations are limited to the finish area at the end of each lap and at the race finish. Please plan for the weather, bring anything you may want between laps, and check in with race staff if you need help. View Race Course, Results, and Race Information on the US Road Running race page.

Course & Travel Notes

Medal Madness takes place in Slidell, Louisiana on October 31st, 2026, with the race starting at 8:00 AM—right after sunrise at 7:12 AM, so you'll have decent light from the get-go. The venue sits at a modest 26 feet elevation, so don't expect any altitude adjustments needed. Fly into Lakefront Airport, which is about 24.6 miles from the race, and pack layers since typical weather for late October averages a high of 79°F and a low of 59°F, with rain possible on roughly a quarter of the days that month.

⛰️ 26 ft elevation☀️ Typically 79°F / 59°F · 23% chance of rain✈️ Lakefront Airport (NEW) — 24.6 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Slidell, LA (44) 2026 — Slidell, LA?

Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Slidell, LA (44) 2026 — Slidell, LA takes place on October 31, 2026. The race is held in Slidell, Louisiana.

Where is Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Slidell, LA (44) 2026 — Slidell, LA held?

Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Slidell, LA (44) 2026 — Slidell, LA is held at 105 Robert Blvd in Slidell, Louisiana.

Where can I find hotels near Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Slidell, LA (44) 2026 — Slidell, LA?

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