Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Savannah, GA (36)
5K · 10K · Half Marathon
Sep 5, 2026 · Savannah, Georgia, US
Listed Jan 28, 2026
Run Vibes summary
AI-assistedAt a glance (AI-assisted text)
Chase your medal at the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon in Savannah, GA, with a multi-loop course and a fun best costume award.
The vibe (AI-assisted text)
The Medal Madness event in Savannah promises a fun, medal-focused experience for runners of all levels. With distances from 5K to a Half Marathon, the emphasis is on personal achievement and the joy of earning that finisher medal. The 'Best Costume' award adds a playful, quirky element, encouraging participants to express themselves and enjoy the day.
Race day (AI-assisted text)
Expect a straightforward race day with packet pickup starting just 30 minutes before the 8:30 AM race start, closing 10 minutes prior. There's no on-site registration, so make sure you're signed up beforehand. The course is an out-and-back loop, meaning you'll see fellow runners frequently as you complete multiple laps for your chosen distance, all within a generous 3-hour and 30-minute time limit.
Best for (AI-assisted text)
This event is ideal for runners who love collecting finisher medals and enjoy a relaxed, fun atmosphere. It's also great for those who don't mind a multi-loop course and might even want to show off their creative side with a costume.
Personality (AI-assisted text)
The personality of this race is all about accessible fun and personal accomplishment. It's a friendly, encouraging event where the focus is on completing your chosen distance and celebrating with a medal, perhaps even winning for the best costume. It feels like a low-pressure gathering for runners.
Weather snapshot (AI-assisted text)
Running in Savannah, GA, in early September typically means warm and humid conditions. Expect temperatures to be on the higher side, especially as the morning progresses, so hydration will be key. Be prepared for a potentially muggy start to your race.
Terrain & course feel (AI-assisted text)
The course is described as an out-and-back, with no mention of significant elevation changes or off-road sections. It's highly likely to be a flat or gently rolling paved course, typical for urban or park-based races of these distances.
Signals we noticed (from listing text, AI-assisted)
- Medal Madness in title
- 5K, 10K, Half Marathon distances
- Race starts at 8:30 AM
- Packet pickup 30 minutes before race
- No on-site registration
- Out-and-back course
- Multiple loops for each distance
- 3 hours 30 minutes course time limit
- Finisher Medals mentioned
- Shirt and Gear Shop link
- Best Costume award mentioned
- First occurrence year 2026
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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
Parking Near the Start Line https://maps.app.goo.gl/9y7bP1BxYvM5ASfG8
5K & 10K Course
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6586652354/
This course is an out-and-back.
5K does the course two times.
10K does the course four times.
Half Marathon Course
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6586652354/
This course is an out-and-back.
Half Marathon does the course six 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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