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Compare 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon races in Arkansas. Browse 3 cities for upcoming dates, course information and registration. Every event welcomes runners and walkers.

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Arkansas Races

Compare 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon races in Arkansas. Browse 3 cities for upcoming dates, course information and registration. Browse upcoming race dates, city locations, race themes, medal events, and registration links for US Road Running events near you across Arkansas.

Upcoming Races 26

Current US Road Running races listed in Arkansas.

Race Cities 3

Active race locations are listed below with links to city-specific race pages.

Next Race 2026-11-07

Gobbler 5K & 10K at Fort Smith, AR (45)

Find 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, and Marathon Races Near You in Arkansas

US Road Running hosts walker-friendly races near you in Arkansas with themed finisher medals and race options that may include 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon. Use this page as a focused US Road Running race calendar for the state, with direct links into each active race city.

Use the race listings below to compare dates and locations, then choose a city for a dedicated local race page with direct registration links.

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Fort Smith, Arkansas races 20 Little Rock, Arkansas races 4 Springdale, Arkansas races 2

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Upcoming Arkansas races

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26 races

Gobbler 5K & 10K at Fort Smith, AR (45) in Fort Smith, AR on 2026-11-07

Sat, November 7, 2026

Gobbler 5K & 10K at Fort Smith, AR (45)

2026-11-07

Fort Smith, AR

5K 10K

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Gobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Springdale, AR (45) in Springdale, AR on 2026-11-07

Sat, November 7, 2026

Gobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Springdale, AR (45)

2026-11-07

Springdale, AR

5K 10K Half Marathon

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Gobbler 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Little Rock, AR (46) in Little Rock, AR on 2026-11-14

Sat, November 14, 2026

Gobbler 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Little Rock, AR (46)

2026-11-14

Little Rock, AR

5K 10K Half Marathon Marathon

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Gobbler 5K & 10K at Fort Smith, AR (47) in Fort Smith, AR on 2026-11-21

Sat, November 21, 2026

Gobbler 5K & 10K at Fort Smith, AR (47)

2026-11-21

Fort Smith, AR

5K 10K

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Pie Gobbler 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Little Rock, AR (TH) in Little Rock, AR on 2026-11-26

Thu, November 26, 2026

Pie Gobbler 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Little Rock, AR (TH)

2026-11-26

Little Rock, AR

5K 10K Half Marathon

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Holiday 5K & 10K at Fort Smith, AR (49) in Fort Smith, AR on 2026-12-05

Sat, December 5, 2026

Holiday 5K & 10K at Fort Smith, AR (49)

2026-12-05

Fort Smith, AR

5K 10K

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Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Springdale, AR (49) in Springdale, AR on 2026-12-05

Sat, December 5, 2026

Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Springdale, AR (49)

2026-12-05

Springdale, AR

5K 10K Half Marathon

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Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Little Rock, AR (50) in Little Rock, AR on 2026-12-12

Sat, December 12, 2026

Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Little Rock, AR (50)

2026-12-12

Little Rock, AR

5K 10K Half Marathon

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Holiday 5K & 10K at Fort Smith, AR (51) in Fort Smith, AR on 2026-12-19

Sat, December 19, 2026

Holiday 5K & 10K at Fort Smith, AR (51)

2026-12-19

Fort Smith, AR

5K 10K Half Marathon

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New Years 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Little Rock, AR (53) in Little Rock, AR on 2026-12-31

Thu, December 31, 2026

New Years 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Little Rock, AR (53)

2026-12-31

Little Rock, AR

5K 10K Half Marathon

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New Year 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (01) in Fort Smith, AR on 2027-01-02

Sat, January 2, 2027

New Year 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (01)

2027-01-02

Fort Smith, AR

5K 10K Half Marathon

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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (03) in Fort Smith, AR on 2027-01-16

Sat, January 16, 2027

Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (03)

2027-01-16

Fort Smith, AR

5K 10K Half Marathon

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Pirate 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (06) in Fort Smith, AR on 2027-02-06

Sat, February 6, 2027

Pirate 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (06)

2027-02-06

Fort Smith, AR

5K 10K Half Marathon

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Viking 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (08) in Fort Smith, AR on 2027-02-20

Sat, February 20, 2027

Viking 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (08)

2027-02-20

Fort Smith, AR

5K 10K Half Marathon

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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (10) in Fort Smith, AR on 2027-03-06

Sat, March 6, 2027

Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (10)

2027-03-06

Fort Smith, AR

5K 10K Half Marathon

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Squirrel 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (12) in Fort Smith, AR on 2027-03-20

Sat, March 20, 2027

Squirrel 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (12)

2027-03-20

Fort Smith, AR

5K 10K Half Marathon

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Bunny 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (14) in Fort Smith, AR on 2027-04-03

Sat, April 3, 2027

Bunny 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (14)

2027-04-03

Fort Smith, AR

5K 10K Half Marathon

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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (16) in Fort Smith, AR on 2027-04-17

Sat, April 17, 2027

Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (16)

2027-04-17

Fort Smith, AR

5K 10K Half Marathon

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Luau 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (18) in Fort Smith, AR on 2027-05-01

Sat, May 1, 2027

Luau 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (18)

2027-05-01

Fort Smith, AR

5K 10K Half Marathon

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Pirate 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (20) in Fort Smith, AR on 2027-05-15

Sat, May 15, 2027

Pirate 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (20)

2027-05-15

Fort Smith, AR

5K 10K Half Marathon

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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (23) in Fort Smith, AR on 2027-06-05

Sat, June 5, 2027

Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (23)

2027-06-05

Fort Smith, AR

5K 10K Half Marathon

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Squirrel 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (25) in Fort Smith, AR on 2027-06-19

Sat, June 19, 2027

Squirrel 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (25)

2027-06-19

Fort Smith, AR

5K 10K Half Marathon

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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (27) in Fort Smith, AR on 2027-07-03

Sat, July 3, 2027

Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (27)

2027-07-03

Fort Smith, AR

5K 10K Half Marathon

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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (29) in Fort Smith, AR on 2027-07-17

Sat, July 17, 2027

Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (29)

2027-07-17

Fort Smith, AR

5K 10K Half Marathon

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Squirrel 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (32) in Fort Smith, AR on 2027-08-07

Sat, August 7, 2027

Squirrel 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (32)

2027-08-07

Fort Smith, AR

5K 10K Half Marathon

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Luau 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (34) in Fort Smith, AR on 2027-08-21

Sat, August 21, 2027

Luau 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (34)

2027-08-21

Fort Smith, AR

5K 10K Half Marathon

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Arkansas Race FAQ

How do I find 5K and 10K races near me in Arkansas?

Use this Arkansas race page to compare the current 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon schedule. Choose a city or race listing for current dates, finisher medal details, and registration links.

Where does US Road Running host races in Arkansas?

US Road Running hosts races in Arkansas cities listed on this page. Select a city or race listing to view current dates and registration details.

What race distances are available in Arkansas?

US Road Running races in Arkansas can include 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon options. Distances vary by location and race date.

Are Arkansas races walker friendly?

Yes. US Road Running events welcome runners and walkers, with family-friendly race settings and finisher medals.

When are US Road Running races held in Arkansas?

Most US Road Running races are held on Saturdays, with select holiday race dates such as Thanksgiving, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day.

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