New Year 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Ben Geren Regional Park, Fort Smith, AR (01) 30
- 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, AR! This exciting event offers participants the chance to challenge themselves with race distances of 5K, 10K, and a Half Marathon, perfect for runners of all levels. The races begin at 8:30 AM, with packet pickup available from 8:00 AM to 8:20 AM, ensuring everyone is ready to hit the ground running.
Expect a vibrant atmosphere as runners navigate the beautiful out-and-back courses, with the 5K and 10K routes featuring multiple laps for an exhilarating racing experience. The Half Marathon will see participants tackle the course six times, all while enjoying the stunning surroundings of Sebastian County. With a generous time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes, there’s ample opportunity to soak in the energy of the event. Don't forget to grab your finisher medal and celebrate your achievement! Join in the fun and start your year off right with this exciting running event!
Expect a vibrant atmosphere as runners navigate the beautiful out-and-back courses, with the 5K and 10K routes featuring multiple laps for an exhilarating racing experience. The Half Marathon will see participants tackle the course six times, all while enjoying the stunning surroundings of Sebastian County. With a generous time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes, there’s ample opportunity to soak in the energy of the event. Don't forget to grab your finisher medal and celebrate your achievement! Join in the fun and start your year off right with this exciting running event!
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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