Hope for the Holiday Half Marathon and 5k in Memory of Garrett Yeager

Saturday, December 5, 2026
8:00 AM CST
Batesville, Arkansas
$32.80–$64.60 · 4 races
5km, Half Marathon

Starts in 21 days

Event summary

Join us for the Hope for the Holiday Half Marathon and 5K in Memory of Garrett Yeager on Saturday, December 5, 2026, in Batesville, Independence. This uplifting event honors the cherished memory of Garrett Yeager, a beloved friend, son, brother, and father, with all proceeds benefiting New Hope Refuge, a faith-based program dedicated to supporting women facing substance abuse challenges.

Participants will enjoy a scenic race course that begins in the picturesque Eagle Mountain neighborhood for the 5K, while the half marathon takes runners on an adventurous route through the stunning Lyon College campus, including a delightful 3/4 mile trail section. Runners will then navigate the charming country roads back to Eagle Mountain, making this a truly memorable experience. Each participant will receive a finisher's medal and a race hoodie, so be sure to register by November 29th to secure your hoodie! Join us for a day of community spirit, remembrance, and personal achievement, while making a positive impact in the lives of others. Don't miss out—packet pickup starts on race morning at 6:30 AM!

Races

  • Half Marathon

    Incl. $4.60 Fee & Hoodie

    8:00 AM CST

    $64.60

    Register
  • 5k Run/Walk

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & Hoodie

    8:00 AM CST

    $32.80

    Register
  • Hope for the Holiday Virtual Race Half Marathon

    Virtual

    Incl. $4.60 Fee & Hoodie

    This year we will offer a virtual option. Run the 13.1 miles between November 5th and December 5th and receive our finisher medal and race hoodie. Must be registered no later than November 24th.

    8:00 AM CST

    $64.60

    Register
  • Hope for the Holiday Virtual Race 5k

    Virtual

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & Hoodie

    8:00 AM CST

    $38.10

    Register

Organiser's description

The race is being held to honor the memory of Garrett Yeager beloved friend, son, brother and father. All proceeds will be donated in his memory to New Hope Refuge. New Hope Refuge is a faith based and Christ centered program for women who are struggling with substance abuse issues.

The race course you get a little bit of everything. Starting out in the beautiful Eagle Mountain neighborhood for the 5k. The half marathon will continue over to the beautiful campus of Lyon College, once at Lyon you will jump on the 3/4 mile trail section of the course, upon exiting the trail you will run the country roads leading back to the main highway to work your way back to Eagle Mountain.

Each participant will receive a finishers medal and race hoodie. Race registration will cut off on November 29th to be guaranteed a hoodie. Packet pickup will be race morning starting at 630 until 7:45.

Cancellation Policy
If the race is cancelled all entries will be deferred to the following year's race. Sorry, no refunds.

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Location

600 Eagle Mountain Blvd, Batesville, 72501, AR, United States

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