Papa Loco Marathon And Half Marathon

Sunday, February 8, 2026 Past event

8:00 AM CST

Conway, Arkansas

$27.50–$54.00 · 4 races

Half Marathon, Marathon

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the Papa Loco Marathon and Half Marathon, taking place on Sunday, February 8, 2026, in the picturesque setting of Conway, Faulkner, Arkansas! This annual event features a scenic loop-de-loop course along the Tucker Creek Trail, perfect for runners of all levels. Participants can choose between the full marathon and half marathon distances, with an accommodating eight-hour time limit ensuring that both seasoned runners and first-timers can enjoy the race at their own pace.

With a registration fee of just $50, this event is not only budget-friendly but also offers fantastic perks. All participants who register on time will receive a stylish race shirt and a coveted finisher medal. Awards will be presented to the top three male and female finishers in each distance category, making it a competitive yet welcoming atmosphere. Join us for a day filled with camaraderie, support, and the thrill of crossing the finish line. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity – mark your calendars and register before noon on February 4, 2026!

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Races

Marathon

Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt

10 Out and Backs

8:00 AM CST

$54.00

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Half-Marathon

Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt

5 Out and Backs

8:00 AM CST

$54.00

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VIRTUAL Marathon
Virtual

Incl. $2.50 Fee

Complete the race at your own time and location. Virtual participants only receive a medal. Virtual races do not apply to MM/HF.

8:00 AM CST

$27.50

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VIRTUAL Half-Marathon
Virtual

Incl. $2.50 Fee

Complete the race at your own time and location. Virtual participants only receive a medal. Virtual races do not apply to MM/HF.

8:00 AM CST

$27.50

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Organiser's description

NOTICE: The 2026 race has been postponed until Sunday, February 8th.

The annual loop-de-loop of Tucker Creek Trail in Conway, Arkansas, Loco is a laid back race with ample aid station support, approximately every half mile. We offer both full and half marathon distances. And with an eight hour time limit for both it's the perfect choice for a first full. (We are walker friendly!)

Plus, at only $50 for either race, Loco is a bargain! All participants (that register in time) will receive shirts and finisher bling. Awards will be given to the top three finishers for each distance, male and female.

Packet pickup will be available at both The Ride in Conway and Rock City Running in Little Rock on Friday, as well as at the race on Saturday. You will need to choose your pickup location when you register. Your packet will be at the location you choose during registration. If you need to change your registration location you must email us by Friday, 1/30/2026. If you unexpectedly cannot make your selected location, your packet will be available on race day.

Registration will remain open until noon, Wednesday, 2/4/2026. PLEASE NOTE: _If you register after Friday, 1/30/2026 you will be required pick up your packet on race day._

Loco is Marathon Maniacs and Half Fanatics eligible if you participate on race day. We have a limited number of openings for virtual racers in each distance. Virtual participants will receive a finishers medal but no shirt. (Please note that virtual races are not eligible for MM/HF due to their rules.)

The course is certified and a Boston Qualifier though be aware it has been known to register long on some GPS devices.