New Year 5K, 10K, & 13.1M, Fort Smith, AR (01)
- Date Sat 3rd January 2026
- Time 8:30AM CST
- Location Fort Smith, Arkansas
- Price $33.80 - $70.90
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon
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Event summary
Kick off the New Year with an invigorating challenge at the New Year 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon in Fort Smith, Arkansas, on Saturday, January 3, 2026! This exciting event promises a vibrant atmosphere as runners of all levels come together to embrace fitness and camaraderie. The races begin at 8:30 AM, with packet pickup starting 30 minutes prior, ensuring you're all set for this exhilarating day.
Participants can choose from three thrilling distances: a scenic 5K, a robust 10K, or the ultimate test of endurance with the 13.1-mile Half Marathon. Both the 5K and 10K feature an out-and-back course, with the 5K completing two laps and the 10K four laps, while the Half Marathon challenges runners with six laps of its course. With a generous time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes, there's plenty of time to enjoy the race and soak in the festive spirit. Plus, every finisher will receive a well-deserved medal to commemorate their achievement. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to start the year on a high note in beautiful Fort Smith!
Participants can choose from three thrilling distances: a scenic 5K, a robust 10K, or the ultimate test of endurance with the 13.1-mile Half Marathon. Both the 5K and 10K feature an out-and-back course, with the 5K completing two laps and the 10K four laps, while the Half Marathon challenges runners with six laps of its course. With a generous time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes, there's plenty of time to enjoy the race and soak in the festive spirit. Plus, every finisher will receive a well-deserved medal to commemorate their achievement. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to start the year on a high note 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.
5K & 10K COURSE (0.78M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5927352277
This is an out-and-back course. (1.56M)
The 5K does the course two times.
The 10K does the course four times.
HALF MARATHON COURSE (1.09M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5917851367
This is an out-and-back course. (2.18M)
The Half Marathon does the course six times.
COURSE TIME LIMIT
3 hours and 30 minutes.
FINISHER MEDALS
https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php
SHIRT AND GEAR SHOP
https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php
BEST COSTUME
https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php
SERIES POINTS
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.
5K & 10K COURSE (0.78M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5927352277
This is an out-and-back course. (1.56M)
The 5K does the course two times.
The 10K does the course four times.
HALF MARATHON COURSE (1.09M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5917851367
This is an out-and-back course. (2.18M)
The Half Marathon does the course six times.
COURSE TIME LIMIT
3 hours and 30 minutes.
FINISHER MEDALS
https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php
SHIRT AND GEAR SHOP
https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php
BEST COSTUME
https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php
SERIES POINTS
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/]
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