Half Marathons in Arkansas
Arkansas has 22 upcoming half marathons scheduled for 2026. Fayetteville is the busiest city with 6 races, ahead of Rogers (3) and North Little Rock (3).
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Heatwave Half Marathon - Fayetteville
Fayetteville, AR
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Heatwave Half Marathon - Fayetteville
August 1, 2026
Fayetteville, AR
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Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Little Rock
September 12, 2026
North Little Rock, AR
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Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Fayetteville
September 13, 2026
Fayetteville, AR
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Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Little Rock
North Little Rock, AR
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Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Little Rock
September 13, 2026
North Little Rock, AR
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Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Fayetteville
Fayetteville, AR
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Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Fayetteville
September 19, 2026
Fayetteville, AR
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Haunted 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Ben Geren Regional Park, Fort Smith, AR (40) 30
Fort Smith, AR
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Haunted 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Ben Geren Regional Park, Fort Smith, AR (40) 30
October 3, 2026
Fort Smith, AR
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Creep N' Crawl - Half Marathon, 5K, Lil Monsters Kids' Dash
Little Rock, AR
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Creep N' Crawl - Half Marathon, 5K, Lil Monsters Kids' Dash
October 31, 2026
Little Rock, AR
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Mid-South Races for Hope (Mid-South Marathon, Half-Marathon and 5K)
November 7, 2026
Wynne, AR
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19th Annual Jim Rowland FCA River Valley Run 5k, 10k, Half Marathon
November 7, 2026
Fort Smith, AR
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Hope for the Holiday Half Marathon and 5k in Memory of Garrett Yeager
December 5, 2026
Batesville, AR
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Fort Smith Marathon, Half Marathon & 5 Leg Marathon Relay
March 21, 2027
Fort Smith, AR
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Mission Run in the Ozarks 5K, Half, and Full Marathon
March 27, 2027
Mountain View, AR
Top Cities for Half Marathons in Arkansas
Frequently asked questions
How long is a half marathon?▾
A half marathon is 13.1 miles (21.1 kilometers). It is one of the most popular race distances in the US, attracting over 2 million finishers annually. Browse half marathons on RACE to find one near you.
How should I train for my first half marathon?▾
Most beginner training plans are 10-12 weeks long and gradually build your weekly mileage. A typical plan includes 3-4 runs per week with one long run that peaks around 10-11 miles before race day.
What is a good half marathon time?▾
The average US half marathon finish time is about 2 hours 10 minutes. Beginners often aim for under 2:30, while competitive runners target sub-1:45. Focus on finishing strong rather than a specific pace for your first race.
What are the biggest half marathons in the US?▾
The largest include the United Airlines NYC Half, RBC Brooklyn Half, Disney Princess Half Marathon, and the Rock 'n' Roll series events in Las Vegas, Nashville, and San Diego. You can find all of these on RACE.