Medal Madness 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon at Ben Geren Regional Park, Fort Smith, AR (03) 30
- Date Sat 17th January 2026
- Time 8:30AM CST
- Location Fort Smith, Arkansas
- Price $27.75 - $70.15
- Races 5 races
- Distances 1 Mile, 5km, 10km, Half Marathon
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Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of running at the Medal Madness event on January 17, 2026, at Ben Geren Regional Park in Fort Smith, Arkansas! This vibrant race day offers a variety of distances to challenge runners of all levels, including a 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, and a Half Marathon. The event kicks off at 8:30 AM, with packet pickup available starting 30 minutes prior.
Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a casual participant, this race is perfect for everyone. The 1M course is an enjoyable out-and-back, while the 5K, 10K, and 15K runners will traverse the course multiple times for an exhilarating experience. The Half Marathon also follows an out-and-back route, designed to keep the excitement high as you tackle the distance. All finishers will take home a themed medal, and there’s even a Best Costume Award to encourage some fun flair along the course! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to earn points towards the US Road Running Race Series while enjoying a day filled with camaraderie and celebration in beautiful Fort Smith.
Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a casual participant, this race is perfect for everyone. The 1M course is an enjoyable out-and-back, while the 5K, 10K, and 15K runners will traverse the course multiple times for an exhilarating experience. The Half Marathon also follows an out-and-back route, designed to keep the excitement high as you tackle the distance. All finishers will take home a themed medal, and there’s even a Best Costume Award to encourage some fun flair along the course! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to earn points towards the US Road Running Race Series while enjoying a day filled with camaraderie and celebration in beautiful Fort Smith.
Organiser's Description
RACE INFORMATION
The race starts at 8:30 AM.
Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.
All runners must register on RunSignup.
No on-site registration.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Use the parking lot across from the playground.
1M COURSE
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6011209816
This is an out-and-back course.
5K, 10K, & 15K COURSE
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5927352277
This is an out-and-back course.
The 5K does the course two times.
The 10K does the course four times.
The 15K does the course six times.
HALF MARATHON COURSE
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5917851367
This is an out-and-back course.
The Half Marathon does the course six times.
COURSE TIME LIMIT
3 hours and 30 minutes.
FINISHER MEDALS
All finishers will receive a themed medal.
BEST COSTUME
It is not required to wear a costume, but we do encourage it.
The Best Costume Award will be mailed out after the race.
SERIES POINTS
This race earns points towards the US Road Running Race Series.
For more information, go to https://usroadrunning.com/S.php
AWARDS
https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION
https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php
US ROAD RUNNING
https://usroadrunning.com [https://usroadrunning.com/]
The race starts at 8:30 AM.
Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.
All runners must register on RunSignup.
No on-site registration.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Use the parking lot across from the playground.
1M COURSE
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6011209816
This is an out-and-back course.
5K, 10K, & 15K COURSE
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5927352277
This is an out-and-back course.
The 5K does the course two times.
The 10K does the course four times.
The 15K does the course six times.
HALF MARATHON COURSE
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5917851367
This is an out-and-back course.
The Half Marathon does the course six times.
COURSE TIME LIMIT
3 hours and 30 minutes.
FINISHER MEDALS
All finishers will receive a themed medal.
BEST COSTUME
It is not required to wear a costume, but we do encourage it.
The Best Costume Award will be mailed out after the race.
SERIES POINTS
This race earns points towards the US Road Running Race Series.
For more information, go to https://usroadrunning.com/S.php
AWARDS
https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION
https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php
US ROAD RUNNING
https://usroadrunning.com [https://usroadrunning.com/]
Races
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1 Mile
Incl. $2.75 Fee
Sat 17th January 2026 (8:30AM CST)
$27.75
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5k
Incl. $3.05 Fee
Sat 17th January 2026 (8:30AM CST)
$33.05
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10k
Incl. $3.95 Fee
Sat 17th January 2026 (8:30AM CST)
$48.95
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15k
Incl. $4.25 Fee
Sat 17th January 2026 (8:30AM CST)
$54.25
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Half Marathon
Incl. $5.15 Fee
Sat 17th January 2026 (8:30AM CST)
$70.15
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