3rd Annual Ghost-to-Gobble 1-Mile, 5k, & 8k
- Date Sat 7th November 2026
- Time 7:30AM CST
- Location Conway, Arkansas
- Price $22.20 - $48.70
- Races 3 races
- Distances 1 Mile, 5km, 5 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 3rd Annual Ghost-to-Gobble 1-Mile, 5K, and 8K taking place on Saturday, November 7, 2026, in the picturesque setting of Conway, Faulkner! This beloved fall event is not just about racing; it’s an opportunity for the community to come together and celebrate health, fitness, and fun. Whether you’re aiming for a personal best in the 5K or enjoying a leisurely stroll with family in the 1-Mile, all participants are welcome to join the festivities on the beautiful University of Central Arkansas campus.
This year, the Ghost-to-Gobble has exciting new features, including an 8K distance and custom trophies for the top finishers in each race category. Plus, with a commitment to giving back, 10% of profits will support UCA Living Unleashed, a nonprofit that trains companion dogs for individuals with disabilities. With a scenic USATF-certified course winding through UCA landmarks, aid stations along the way, and new age group awards, this event promises to be bigger and better than ever. Don’t miss out on the fun; mark your calendars and join us for a day
This year, the Ghost-to-Gobble has exciting new features, including an 8K distance and custom trophies for the top finishers in each race category. Plus, with a commitment to giving back, 10% of profits will support UCA Living Unleashed, a nonprofit that trains companion dogs for individuals with disabilities. With a scenic USATF-certified course winding through UCA landmarks, aid stations along the way, and new age group awards, this event promises to be bigger and better than ever. Don’t miss out on the fun; mark your calendars and join us for a day
Organiser's Description
After two incredible years, Ghost-to-Gobble is back for 2026 and bigger than ever! Co-hosted by UCA Physical Therapy and Exercise & Sport Science, this unique fall favorite brings together the community for a fun, festive event on UCAs beautiful campus. Whether you are racing for a personal best, jogging with friends, walking with family, pushing a stroller, or simply coming out to enjoy the atmosphere, all are welcome at Ghost-to-Gobble.
Ghost-to-Gobble operates as a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit event. For the 2026 race, 10% OF PROFITS WILL BENEFIT UCA LIVING UNLEASHED, a nonprofit organization that raises and trains highly skilled companion dogs through Canine Companions for Independence for individuals with disabilities. These dogs serve in life-changing roles as service, assistance, hearing, and facility dogs. Remaining proceeds directly support the UCA Physical Therapy and Exercise & Sport Science programs through student scholarships, research initiatives, national conference attendance, and free or low-cost therapy services for the community.
NEW IN 2026:
* New 8k distance!
* New custom trophies for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Overall Male & Female for each race
* New age group awards
* FREE photos
* New referral refund incentive! Refer 5 friends, get $15 refund (friend must complete registration to count, max refunds $30)
REGISTRATION (NO REFUNDS due to event planning complexity)
1-MILE
Jun 6 Aug 31: $15
Sep 1 Nov 6 (noon): $20
Finisher medal included (to maintain lower registration cost to make the race accessible to more participants, no giveaway shirt for 1-mile)
5K
Jun 6 Aug 31: $25
Sep 1 Nov 6 (noon): $35
Finisher medal & event T-shirt (MUST register by Oct 9th to guarantee shirt)
8K
Jun 6 Aug 31: $35
Sep 1 Nov 6 (noon): $45
Finisher medal & event T-shirt (MUST register by Oct 9th to guarantee shirt)
AWARDS
We have revamped our award categories and prizes for 2026!
OVERALL MALE & FEMALE
New Ghost-to-Gobble trophies will be given to the top 3 male & female participants in the 1-mile, 5k, and 8k races. (If you are a top-3 overall finisher, you are excluded from age-group awards)
NEW AGE GROUP CATEGORIES
Trophies will be given to the top (1st place) male & female participant in the below age-group categories for the 1-mile, 5k, and 8k races.
<14
15-24
25-24
25-34
35-44
45-54
55-64
>65
COURSE
The USATF-certified 5K course winds through UCA landmarks (Estes Stadium, Reynolds Performance Hall, Harding Fountain, Old Main, Stone Dam Creek).
Wheelchairs/assistive devices welcome
Bikes & pets not allowed
1 aid station for 1-Mile & 5k, 2 aid stations for 8k. Conway FD & UCA AT coverage for safety
PARKING
_Windgate Center for Fine & Performing Arts_: 2150 Bruce St. Conway, AR. 72035
_Student Success & Veterans Resource Center_: 302 Donaghey Ave. Conway, AR. 72035
_Donaghey Hall_: 244 Elizabeth St. Conway, AR. 72034
_Bear Baseball Stadium_: 2400 Bruce St. Conway, AR. 72034
- There will be a home football game that afternoon, so parking may be difficult in this area.
STAY CONNECTED
Find the Ghost-to-Gobble 5k event on Facebook and Instagram for event information and exciting updates!
Interested in sponsoring? Contact us!
Ghost-to-Gobble operates as a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit event. For the 2026 race, 10% OF PROFITS WILL BENEFIT UCA LIVING UNLEASHED, a nonprofit organization that raises and trains highly skilled companion dogs through Canine Companions for Independence for individuals with disabilities. These dogs serve in life-changing roles as service, assistance, hearing, and facility dogs. Remaining proceeds directly support the UCA Physical Therapy and Exercise & Sport Science programs through student scholarships, research initiatives, national conference attendance, and free or low-cost therapy services for the community.
NEW IN 2026:
* New 8k distance!
* New custom trophies for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Overall Male & Female for each race
* New age group awards
* FREE photos
* New referral refund incentive! Refer 5 friends, get $15 refund (friend must complete registration to count, max refunds $30)
REGISTRATION (NO REFUNDS due to event planning complexity)
1-MILE
Jun 6 Aug 31: $15
Sep 1 Nov 6 (noon): $20
Finisher medal included (to maintain lower registration cost to make the race accessible to more participants, no giveaway shirt for 1-mile)
5K
Jun 6 Aug 31: $25
Sep 1 Nov 6 (noon): $35
Finisher medal & event T-shirt (MUST register by Oct 9th to guarantee shirt)
8K
Jun 6 Aug 31: $35
Sep 1 Nov 6 (noon): $45
Finisher medal & event T-shirt (MUST register by Oct 9th to guarantee shirt)
AWARDS
We have revamped our award categories and prizes for 2026!
OVERALL MALE & FEMALE
New Ghost-to-Gobble trophies will be given to the top 3 male & female participants in the 1-mile, 5k, and 8k races. (If you are a top-3 overall finisher, you are excluded from age-group awards)
NEW AGE GROUP CATEGORIES
Trophies will be given to the top (1st place) male & female participant in the below age-group categories for the 1-mile, 5k, and 8k races.
<14
15-24
25-24
25-34
35-44
45-54
55-64
>65
COURSE
The USATF-certified 5K course winds through UCA landmarks (Estes Stadium, Reynolds Performance Hall, Harding Fountain, Old Main, Stone Dam Creek).
Wheelchairs/assistive devices welcome
Bikes & pets not allowed
1 aid station for 1-Mile & 5k, 2 aid stations for 8k. Conway FD & UCA AT coverage for safety
PARKING
_Windgate Center for Fine & Performing Arts_: 2150 Bruce St. Conway, AR. 72035
_Student Success & Veterans Resource Center_: 302 Donaghey Ave. Conway, AR. 72035
_Donaghey Hall_: 244 Elizabeth St. Conway, AR. 72034
_Bear Baseball Stadium_: 2400 Bruce St. Conway, AR. 72034
- There will be a home football game that afternoon, so parking may be difficult in this area.
STAY CONNECTED
Find the Ghost-to-Gobble 5k event on Facebook and Instagram for event information and exciting updates!
Interested in sponsoring? Contact us!
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