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5K Races in Arkansas

Arkansas has 139 upcoming 5K races scheduled for 2026. Most of the calendar falls in the warmer months: 84 of 139 races (60%) take place between May and September, with September (32 events) the busiest month. No single city dominates the calendar. Fort Smith leads with 23 races, followed by Little Rock (19), Springdale (10), and North Little Rock (6). The remaining 58% of the calendar is spread across smaller cities.

5K races by month in Arkansas

Sep (32) · Oct (25) · Jul (21) · Jun (19) · Nov (16) · Aug (11) · Dec (9) · Jan (3) · Mar (2) · May (1)

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Grandma's House Ice Cream Social 5K
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Grandma's House Ice Cream Social 5K

June 13, 2026
Berryville, AR
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Little Rock, AR (24)
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Little Rock, AR (24)

June 13, 2026
Little Rock, AR
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GLI Tropics Like It's HOT 5K

Arkadelphia, AR

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GLI Tropics Like It's HOT 5K

June 13, 2026
Arkadelphia, AR
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Pink Tomato 5k

Warren, AR

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Pink Tomato 5k

June 13, 2026
Warren, AR
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Spa City Tac run 5k
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Spa City Tac run 5k

June 13, 2026
Hot Springs National Park, AR
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$5 5K
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$5 5K

June 18, 2026
Mountain Home, AR
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Danville Mountain 5k
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Danville Mountain 5k

June 20, 2026
Danville, AR
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3rd Annual Juneteenth Freedom 5K Run/Walk
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3rd Annual Juneteenth Freedom 5K Run/Walk

June 20, 2026
Magnolia, AR
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River Valley Crawfish Festival 5K & 10K

Greenwood, AR

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River Valley Crawfish Festival 5K & 10K

June 20, 2026
Greenwood, AR
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Beverly Carter Memorial 5K
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Beverly Carter Memorial 5K

June 20, 2026
Jacksonville, AR
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (25)
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (25)

June 20, 2026
Fort Smith, AR
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (25)

Fort Smith, AR

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

June 20, 2026
Fort Smith, AR
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Little Rock, AR (24)

Little Rock, AR

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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Little Rock, AR (24)

June 20, 2026
Little Rock, AR
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Red White & Blue Festival 5K
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Red White & Blue Festival 5K

June 27, 2026
Mountain Home, AR
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Riggs CAT Rock N Run 5K
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Riggs CAT Rock N Run 5K

June 27, 2026
Cove, AR
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CRC Firecracker Fun Run 5k & 1-Mile Kids Sparkler
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CRC Firecracker Fun Run 5k & 1-Mile Kids Sparkler

June 27, 2026
Conway, AR
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RUNNING WITH THE ELK 5K RUN/WALK

Ponca, AR

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RUNNING WITH THE ELK 5K RUN/WALK

June 27, 2026
Ponca, AR
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Run the Runway 5K
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Run the Runway 5K

June 27, 2026
Texarkana, AR
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The Sawyer Saves 5K
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The Sawyer Saves 5K

June 27, 2026
Conway, AR
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Freedom Finishers 5K and 1 Mile
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Freedom Finishers 5K and 1 Mile

July 4, 2026
Paragould, AR
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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (27)
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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (27)

July 4, 2026
Fort Smith, AR
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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Springdale, AR (27)
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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Springdale, AR (27)

July 4, 2026
Springdale, AR
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Freedom Finishers 5K

Paragould, AR

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Freedom Finishers 5K

July 4, 2026
Paragould, AR
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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Springdale, AR (27)

Springdale, AR

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

July 4, 2026
Springdale, AR
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Top Cities for 5K Races in Arkansas

Fort Smith (23)Little Rock (19)

5K Races in Nearby States

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Frequently asked questions

How long is a 5K race?▾
A 5K is 3.1 miles (5 kilometers). It is the most popular race distance in the US and a great starting point for new runners. RACE lists thousands of 5K events across all 50 states.
What is a good 5K time for beginners?▾
A good beginner 5K time is 30-35 minutes. Many first-time runners aim to complete the distance without stopping. The average US 5K finish time is around 28 minutes.
How do I find a 5K near me?▾
Use the RACE search bar to enter your zip code or state and filter by distance. You can also browse by month to find races that fit your schedule. Turkey Trots in November and charity 5Ks are especially popular.
How long does it take to train for a 5K?▾
Most couch-to-5K programs are 6-8 weeks long with 3 runs per week. If you can already jog for 10-15 minutes, you could be ready in 4-6 weeks with consistent training.
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