Hero Half Marathon
- Date Sat 12th October 2024
- Location Fayetteville, Arkansas
- Price $32.80 - $213.00
- Races 7 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 10km, 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Hero Half Marathon on Saturday, October 12th, 2024, in the vibrant city of Fayetteville, Arkansas! This exciting 13.1-mile race is not only a test of endurance but also a fantastic community event that raises funds for local organizations addressing essential needs and promoting fitness opportunities. The Hero Half Marathon, hosted in collaboration with Fayetteville Firefighters IAFF Local 2866, encourages participants to embrace their inner hero and compete against their personal best times, rather than traditional age group awards.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or training for your first half marathon, this event has something for everyone. Don't miss the unique Firefighter Challenge, where active duty firefighters can run the race in full bunker gear! For those looking to improve their performance, a 15-week training program with personalized coaching is available. Remember to register by September 14, 2024, to secure your long-sleeved race t-shirt in your desired size. Lace up your running shoes and be part of an uplifting day that celebrates community spirit and fitness in Fayetteville!
Whether you're a seasoned runner or training for your first half marathon, this event has something for everyone. Don't miss the unique Firefighter Challenge, where active duty firefighters can run the race in full bunker gear! For those looking to improve their performance, a 15-week training program with personalized coaching is available. Remember to register by September 14, 2024, to secure your long-sleeved race t-shirt in your desired size. Lace up your running shoes and be part of an uplifting day that celebrates community spirit and fitness in Fayetteville!
Organiser's Description
The Hero Half Marathon is a fundraising race and community event hosted by The Spark Foundation in partnership with Fayetteville Firefighters IAFF Local 2866. Race proceeds benefit organizations that meet important community needs, increase fitness opportunities for the community, and make Fayetteville and Arkansas a great place to live, work, and play.
The Spark Foundation is all about encouraging our community to get active and stay active. In keeping with our mission we have eliminated age group awards and instead will award prizes for those who best their Hero Half Marathon finisher time! We want the person who motivates you to be, YOU!
Are you an active duty FIREFIGHTER? Want to participate in our Firefighter Challenge by running in FULL bunker gear? Sign Up for the Firefighter Challenge! *Please note if you sign up for the Firefighter Challenge you are committing to running the 13.1 mile half marathon in FULL BUNKER GEAR! Please reach out to [email protected] with any questions.
Looking to train for your first half or best your half marathon time?! Then sign up for our 15 week training program! Registration includes personalized run coaching, training tank, in-person meetings, and race registration!
_*** PLEASE NOTE: IN ORDER TO GUARANTEE A RACE T-SHIRT (A LONG-SLEEVED TECH TEE), YOU MUST REGISTER AND SELECT A SIZE NO LATER THAN SEPTEMBER 14, 2024. IF YOU REGISTER ON OR AFTER SEPTEMBER 14, 2024, WE CAN NO LONGER GUARANTEE A RACE T-SHIRT. WE WILL HAVE SOME EXTRA SHIRTS AVAILABLE ON RACE DAY, BUT PLEASE REGISTER BEFORE SEPTEMBER 14, 2024, TO ENSURE YOUR SHIRT IN YOUR DESIRED SIZE._
The Spark Foundation is all about encouraging our community to get active and stay active. In keeping with our mission we have eliminated age group awards and instead will award prizes for those who best their Hero Half Marathon finisher time! We want the person who motivates you to be, YOU!
Are you an active duty FIREFIGHTER? Want to participate in our Firefighter Challenge by running in FULL bunker gear? Sign Up for the Firefighter Challenge! *Please note if you sign up for the Firefighter Challenge you are committing to running the 13.1 mile half marathon in FULL BUNKER GEAR! Please reach out to [email protected] with any questions.
Looking to train for your first half or best your half marathon time?! Then sign up for our 15 week training program! Registration includes personalized run coaching, training tank, in-person meetings, and race registration!
_*** PLEASE NOTE: IN ORDER TO GUARANTEE A RACE T-SHIRT (A LONG-SLEEVED TECH TEE), YOU MUST REGISTER AND SELECT A SIZE NO LATER THAN SEPTEMBER 14, 2024. IF YOU REGISTER ON OR AFTER SEPTEMBER 14, 2024, WE CAN NO LONGER GUARANTEE A RACE T-SHIRT. WE WILL HAVE SOME EXTRA SHIRTS AVAILABLE ON RACE DAY, BUT PLEASE REGISTER BEFORE SEPTEMBER 14, 2024, TO ENSURE YOUR SHIRT IN YOUR DESIRED SIZE._
Races
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Half Marathon
Incl. $7.00 Fee & Long-Sleeve Race Tech Tee (Gender Neutral Sizing)
Sat 12th October 2024
$107.00
Certified 13.1 Mile Course -
Half Marathon Firefighter Challenge- for Firefighters Running in Full Gear!
Incl. $4.90 Fee & Long-Sleeve Race Tech Tee (Gender Neutral Sizing)
Sat 12th October 2024
$69.90
Are you a firefighter ready to take the ultimate running challenge?! By selecting this option you are committing to running the 13.1 mile Hero Half Marathon in full bunker gear! Eligible participants must be active duty firefighters (volunteers accepted too) Must run in full bunker gear provided by participant: helmet, coat, pants, and air pack (liners optional) Wildland gear acceptable Running shoes encouraged! -
Quarter Marathon- 10k With Some Bonus Running
Incl. $4.60 Fee & Long-Sleeve Race Tech Tee (Gender Neutral Sizing)
Sat 12th October 2024
$64.60
Instead of a relay, run half of the half with your buddy! This will be slightly more than a 10k, 6.5 miles. https://www.strava.com/routes/2982722423683397536 -
Virtual Half Marathon
Incl. $7.00 Fee & Long-Sleeve Race Tech Tee (Gender Neutral Sizing)
$107.00
Can't make the race on race day? Sign up for the virtual option and we will mail your packet, shirt, and giveways to your door! -
Virtual Quarter Marathon
Incl. $4.90 Fee & Long-Sleeve Race Tech Tee (Gender Neutral Sizing)
$69.90
Can't make the race on race day? Sign up for the virtual option and we will mail your packet, shirt, and giveways to your door! -
Hero Half Marathon and Training Program
Incl. $13.00 Fee & Long-Sleeve Race Tech Tee (Gender Neutral Sizing)
Sat 12th October 2024
$213.00
CLOSED15 week half marathon training program and Hero Half Marathon Race Registration. -
Run for Your Hero 5k
Incl. $2.80 Fee
Sat 12th October 2024
$32.80
Hero Half Marathon 5k will start at the Northwest Arkansas Mall and be an out and back course that runs towards the skull creek and mud creek train intersection then returns to the Northwest Arkansas Mall. Proceeds go to support The Spark Foundation and Fayetteville Firefighters IAFF Local 2866 Awesome Finisher Medal!! No race shirt provided.
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