Back to School Bash 5k
- Date Sat 1st August 2026
- Time 7:00AM CDT
- Location Mena, Arkansas
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a morning of fun and community spirit at the Back to School Bash 5K on Saturday, August 1, 2026, in Mena, Polk County! This exciting non-timed fun run is the perfect opportunity to lace up your running shoes and support local students by raising funds for essential school supplies. Whether you're jogging, walking with family and friends, or simply enjoying the atmosphere, your participation will make a meaningful impact on students' readiness for the school year ahead.
Starting at 7:00 a.m. from the Mena High School Parking Lot, the event welcomes participants of all ages and fitness levels to join at their own pace. Check-in begins at 6:15 a.m., and race day registration is available until 6:50 a.m. With a water aid station at the halfway point and a cool finisher medal for all participants, this is not just a race—it's a chance to come together as a community and ensure that every child in Polk County has the tools they need to succeed. Join us for a fantastic morning that combines fitness, fun, and philanthropy!
Starting at 7:00 a.m. from the Mena High School Parking Lot, the event welcomes participants of all ages and fitness levels to join at their own pace. Check-in begins at 6:15 a.m., and race day registration is available until 6:50 a.m. With a water aid station at the halfway point and a cool finisher medal for all participants, this is not just a race—it's a chance to come together as a community and ensure that every child in Polk County has the tools they need to succeed. Join us for a fantastic morning that combines fitness, fun, and philanthropy!
Organiser's Description
BACK TO SCHOOL BASH 5K
Lace up your running shoes and join us for the BACK TO SCHOOL BASH FUN RUN 5K! This community event benefits local students by raising funds to provide essential school supplies to children throughout Polk County.
Every registration helps ensure students have the tools they need to begin the school year prepared and confident. Whether you're jogging, walking with family and friends, or simply supporting a great cause, your participation makes a meaningful difference.
THIS IS A NON-TIMED, FAMILY-FRIENDLY FUN RUN. There are no official race results or awardsjust cool finisher medal and an opportunity to enjoy a morning of movement while supporting a great cause. Participants of all ages and fitness levels are encouraged to join us at their own pace.
Together, we can help Polk County students start the school year ready to succeedone step at a time!
RACE DAY INFORMATION
* CHECK-IN: Begins at 6:15 a.m.
* RACE DAY REGISTRATION: Available until 6:50 a.m.
* START TIME: 7:00 a.m.
* START/FINISH LOCATION: Mena High School Parking Lot
* AID STATION: Water will be available at the halfway point of the course.
Thank you for supporting our local students. We look forward to seeing you at the starting line!
Lace up your running shoes and join us for the BACK TO SCHOOL BASH FUN RUN 5K! This community event benefits local students by raising funds to provide essential school supplies to children throughout Polk County.
Every registration helps ensure students have the tools they need to begin the school year prepared and confident. Whether you're jogging, walking with family and friends, or simply supporting a great cause, your participation makes a meaningful difference.
THIS IS A NON-TIMED, FAMILY-FRIENDLY FUN RUN. There are no official race results or awardsjust cool finisher medal and an opportunity to enjoy a morning of movement while supporting a great cause. Participants of all ages and fitness levels are encouraged to join us at their own pace.
Together, we can help Polk County students start the school year ready to succeedone step at a time!
RACE DAY INFORMATION
* CHECK-IN: Begins at 6:15 a.m.
* RACE DAY REGISTRATION: Available until 6:50 a.m.
* START TIME: 7:00 a.m.
* START/FINISH LOCATION: Mena High School Parking Lot
* AID STATION: Water will be available at the halfway point of the course.
Thank you for supporting our local students. We look forward to seeing you at the starting line!
Races
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Back to School Bash 5k
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sat 1st August 2026 (7:00AM CDT)
$27.50
CLOSED
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1200 Dallas Ave., Mena, 71953, AR, United States
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