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Saturday, September 12th, 2026
7400 SW 41st PL, Gainesville FL
5K · 10K
72–87°F · rain likely
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On this date: rain 5 of the last 10 years
2025
68–86°F
dry
2024
73–82°F
dry
2023
72–91°F
rain
2022
73–88°F
rain
2021
72–87°F
dry
2020
76–87°F
rain
2019
73–88°F
dry
2018
71–88°F
rain
2017
68–83°F
dry
2016
74–89°F
rain
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About this race
Race Overview
The Medal Madness 5K & 10K is taking place in Gainesville, FL on September 12, 2026, at 7400 SW 41st Pl, Gainesville, FL. For more information, visit the race page.
About US Road Running Races
- Purpose: 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.
- Experience: 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.
- Community Feel: Most races are small enough to feel personal but organized enough to feel official.
- Expectations: You can expect a clear course, helpful race staff, finisher medals, results, and a relaxed community feel.
Race Day Information
- Staffing: Because many US Road Running events are small local races, we normally have one or two staff members at each race.
- Medical Support: 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.
- Preparation: Please plan for the weather, bring anything you may want between laps, and check in with race staff if you need help.
- Start Line: 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.
Additional Resources
View Race Course, Results, and Race Information on the US Road Running race page.
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