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Medal Madness 5K, & 10K at Akron, PA (25)

Sat, Jun 20, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT

Location
Akron, PA
Loyd H Roland Memorial Park, 221 N 11th St, 17501
Type
RUN
Official registration

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At a glance

A paved 5K or 10K with a fun costume contest, themed medals, and points for the US Road Running Race Series.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky

Join the Medal Madness 5K or 10K in Akron, PA for a run on a paved, out-and-back course. This event offers a unique blend of friendly competition and lighthearted fun, encouraging participants to embrace the spirit of the day with optional costumes. All finishers will earn a special themed medal, and top performers will receive awards. Runners can also earn points towards the US Road Running Race Series, adding an extra layer of challenge for those aiming for series recognition.

What to expect

  • Expect a paved, out-and-back course for your 5K or 10K.
  • All finishers receive a unique themed medal.
  • Embrace the fun by wearing a costume; a group photo and award for the best costume are part of the experience.

Standout details

  • Themed finisher medal
  • Best costume award
  • US Road Running Race Series points
  • Paved out-and-back course

Perks & features

  • Medal

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Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 5K

    Sat, Jun 20, 8:00 AM EDT · From $33.80

    Opens Dec 30, 2020, 6:46 PM EST · Closes Jun 20, 2026, 4:00 AM EDT

  • 10K

    Sat, Jun 20, 8:00 AM EDT · From $49.70

    Opens Dec 30, 2020, 6:24 AM EST · Closes Jun 20, 2026, 4:00 AM EDT

Vibe Check

Steady Effort

Rolling road course, warm-day exposure

  • Rolling area
  • Warm season

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

  • Road
  • Rolling
  • Timed race
From the 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 This is a paved course. Bathrooms are located at the pavilion by the starting line.

5K and 10K Course https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/4851148639 This is an out-and-back course. 5K does the course twice. 10K does the course four times. The 5K and 10K are limited to 2:00 hours.

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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