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5K Races in Arkansas

Arkansas has 128 upcoming 5K races scheduled for 2026. The calendar runs year-round — busiest in September through November, quietest in January, March, and May. No single city dominates the calendar. Fort Smith leads with 21 races, followed by Little Rock (18), Springdale (10), and North Little Rock (6). The remaining 57% of the calendar is spread across smaller cities.

5K races by month in Arkansas

Sep (39) · Oct (33) · Nov (19) · Aug (13) · Jul (9) · Dec (9) · Jan (3) · Mar (2) · May (1)

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4th Annual Dr. Phillip W. Lockhart, Sr. Foundation 5K Run/Walk
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4th Annual Dr. Phillip W. Lockhart, Sr. Foundation 5K Run/Walk

July 18, 2026
Helena, AR
Full Moon 25k/50k
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Full Moon 25k/50k

July 18, 2026
Perryville, AR

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

Fort Smith, AR

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

July 18, 2026
Fort Smith, AR

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Eagle 5K, 10K, 13.M at Little Rock, AR (28)

Little Rock, AR

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Eagle 5K, 10K, 13.M at Little Rock, AR (28)

July 18, 2026
Little Rock, AR
Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (29)
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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (29)

July 18, 2026
Fort Smith, AR
Christmas 5K/10K/Half Marathon in July - Rogers
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Christmas 5K/10K/Half Marathon in July - Rogers

July 19, 2026
Rogers, AR

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Growing Minds Popsicles & Possibilities 5K

Jonesboro, AR

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Growing Minds Popsicles & Possibilities 5K

July 25, 2026
Jonesboro, AR
That Dam Night Run 5K
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That Dam Night Run 5K

July 25, 2026
Arkadelphia, AR

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That Dam Night Run 5K

Arkadelphia, AR

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That Dam Night Run 5K

July 26, 2026
Arkadelphia, AR
Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Springdale, AR (31)
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Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Springdale, AR (31)

August 1, 2026
Springdale, AR
Annual Pine Tree 5K
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Annual Pine Tree 5K

August 1, 2026
Dierks, AR
Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (31)
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Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (31)

August 1, 2026
Fort Smith, AR

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Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Springdale, AR (31)

Springdale, AR

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Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Springdale, AR (31)

August 1, 2026
Springdale, AR

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Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (31)

Fort Smith, AR

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Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (31)

August 1, 2026
Fort Smith, AR
Grandma's House Seeds of Hope 5K
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Grandma's House Seeds of Hope 5K

August 1, 2026
Harrison, AR
Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Little Rock, AR (32)
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Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Little Rock, AR (32)

August 8, 2026
Little Rock, AR
Hope Watermelon 5K
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Hope Watermelon 5K

August 8, 2026
Hope, AR

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Grandma's House Seeds of Hope 5K

Harrison, AR

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Grandma's House Seeds of Hope 5K

August 8, 2026
Harrison, AR
Gravette Day 5k
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Gravette Day 5k

August 8, 2026
Gravette, AR
Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (33)
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Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (33)

August 15, 2026
Fort Smith, AR

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Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (33)

Fort Smith, AR

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Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (33)

August 15, 2026
Fort Smith, AR

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Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M, Little Rock, AR (32)

Little Rock, AR

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Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M, Little Rock, AR (32)

August 15, 2026
Little Rock, AR
Paint the Path Purple for Pancreatic Cancer 5k
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Paint the Path Purple for Pancreatic Cancer 5k

September 5, 2026
Little Rock, AR
Never Forget 5K
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Never Forget 5K

September 5, 2026
Arkadelphia, AR

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.