Heroes Against Hunger 5K

  • Date Fri 2nd October 2026
  • Time 1:00PM CDT
  • Location Little Rock, Arkansas
  • Price Free - $43.40
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Join us for the Heroes Against Hunger 5K on Friday, October 2, 2026, in beautiful Murray Park, Little Rock, Arkansas! This exciting event features a scenic 5K (3.1 miles) race that is perfect for runners, walkers, families, and even your furry friends, as the entire course is paved and stroller-friendly. All proceeds from the race go directly to the Arkansas Food Bank, supporting their vital Food for Kids Program, which has provided hundreds of thousands of meals to children in need throughout Arkansas.

The race day kicks off with packet pick-up at 7:30 AM, followed by the race starting promptly at 9:00 AM. Participants will receive a custom event t-shirt, and there will be an awards ceremony at 10:15 AM to celebrate the achievements of our runners. By participating in the Heroes Against Hunger 5K, you not only get to enjoy a wonderful day of fitness and community but also contribute to a fantastic cause that makes a real difference in the lives of children across the state. Don’t miss out on this uplifting experienceβ€”mark your calendar and get ready to run for a great cause!

Organiser's Description

ALL PROCEEDS GO TO BENEFITTING THE ARKANSAS FOOD BANK AND FEEDING ARKANSANS.

Highlights:

* Beautiful scenic route around Murray Park in Little Rock, AR. Entire race path is paved and accessible with strollers. This is a kid and pet friendly event!
* Custom Event T-Shirt
* Distance: 5K (3.1 miles)

Registration fees.

* Run/Walk: $30 (includes T-shirt)

SATURDAY, (RACE DAY)

* 7:30am Packet Pick Up, Bib Number and Race Pack Pick-Up Opens
* 8:50am Runners make their way to starting line
* 8:55am Last minute race instructions and recognition of race sponsors
* 9:00am Race Starts Promptly
* 10:15am Awards Ceremony

ABOUT KELLY-RAHN-TURNAGE (KRT) FELLOWSHIP OF PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT STUDENTS

Kelly-Rahn-Turnage (KRT) Fellowship of Physician Assistant Students was founded by the inaugural class of UAMS Physician Assistant Program in 2013. This organization was created and is governed by the students. KRT was named after three individuals at UAMS who were instrumental in the development of the PA Program. Patricia Kelly, PhD, PA-C was the founding Chair and Program Director of the PA Program. Daniel Rahn, MD, was the Chancellor of UAMS at that time and was the initial advocate of the program. Richard Turnage, MD, was the founding medical director of the PA Program. However, this is not a comprehensive list of all contributors to the UAMS PA Program, many individuals were influential in its development.
This year the KRT organization will hold its eleventh annual 5K race benefiting the Arkansas Food Bank Food for Kids Program. Since the first race in 2014, the students have donated nearly $75,660 to this program, which has provided 378,000 meals to children throughout Arkansas. The students are passionate about serving their community and are thankful for the many supporters of the race throughout the years that have helped them achieve their goal.
Thank you for your interest in the KRT Fellowship of Physician Assistant Students of UAMS. Any questions about the program or student organization can be directed to the UAMS Physician Assistant Program office at 501-686-7211 or email at PAProgram@uams.edu.

This race benefits the Arkansas Food Bank Food for Kids program and increasing awareness about the Physician Assistant profession in Arkansas.
The race takes place each year in October to coincide with National Physician Assistant week. A Physician Assistant is a licensed medical provider who works with the supervision of a physician. PAs prescribe, diagnose, treat, and manage care in almost every patient population making them a vital member of the healthcare team!

If you are unable to participate in the run, you can donate directly to our cause.
Donation link through AMDPA: https://www.amdpa.org/heroesagainsthunger5k
*Due to the charitable nature of the event, no refunds will be issued due to inclement weather or other cancelation of event.

Races

  • Heroes Against Hunger 5K

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 3rd October 2026 (9:00AM CDT)

    $32.80

  • Walk With a PA Student

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 3rd October 2026 (9:00AM CDT)

    $43.40

    Pre-PA students have the unique opportunity to walk the 5K with a second year PA student who can answer any questions you have regarding the profession, application process, and life as a PA student!
  • Pie a Professor

    Fri 2nd October 2026 (1:00PM CDT)

    Free

    OPENS 06 JUL
    Join our Pie-a-Professor fundraiser! For $1 per ticket, enter to pie one of seven brave professors. The top four donors will each toss a pie to support our fight against hunger. The event is on October 3rd at 1 PM. Dont miss out! Go past the donation tab and select the professor you want to pie. Professor Lawson Professor Mayberry Professor Gee Professor Woodall Dr. Halverson Dr. Huitt Dr. Williams Dr. Siebenmorgan
  • Spirit Runner

    Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 3rd October 2026 (9:00AM CDT)

    $16.90

    OPENS 06 SEP
    This is your chance to get this year's T-Shirt! Click the spirit runner event and get your shirt now!

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Location

5900 Rebsamen Park Rd, Little Rock, 72207, AR, United States

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