New Year 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Ben Geren Regional Park, 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
Event summary
Kick off the New Year with a bang at the New Year 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon taking place on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at the scenic Ben Geren Regional Park in Fort Smith, Arkansas. This exciting event begins at 8:30 AM, offering a perfect opportunity to set your fitness goals for the year ahead. Participants can choose between the exhilarating 5K, the challenging 10K, or the impressive Half Marathon, making it an excellent choice for runners of all skill levels.
The race features a well-marked out-and-back course, with the 5K covering 0.78 miles twice and the 10K completing the course four times. For those aiming for the Half Marathon, you'll tackle the 1.09-mile course six times. Don't forget to arrive early for packet pickup, which starts 30 minutes before the race. Enjoy a supportive atmosphere filled with fellow runners, and celebrate your achievements with a finisher medal! Make sure to register on RunSignup, as there will be no on-site registration. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit in Fort Smith!
The race features a well-marked out-and-back course, with the 5K covering 0.78 miles twice and the 10K completing the course four times. For those aiming for the Half Marathon, you'll tackle the 1.09-mile course six times. Don't forget to arrive early for packet pickup, which starts 30 minutes before the race. Enjoy a supportive atmosphere filled with fellow runners, and celebrate your achievements with a finisher medal! Make sure to register on RunSignup, as there will be no on-site registration. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit in 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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