Rat Race 5k
- Date Sat 6th June 2026
- Time 8:06AM CDT
- Location Green Forest, Arkansas
- Price $32.80 - $38.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Join us for the exciting Rat Race 5k on Saturday, June 6, 2026, in the charming town of Green Forest, Arkansas! This spirited event honors the legacy of US Navy SEAL Tom Ratzlaff and pays tribute to the 31 heroes lost during the tragic Extortion 17 incident on August 6, 2011. The race will kick off at 8:06 A.M., following a heartfelt opening ceremony at 7:45 A.M. Participants can check in between 7:00 A.M. and 7:45 A.M. and are encouraged to run, jog, or walk at their own pace, making this event accessible for everyone.
Starting and finishing at Green Forest School, the Rat Race 5k offers a chance for competitive runners to vie for awards in various age categories, while all entrants will have the opportunity to contribute to a noble cause. Registration is just $30, with a $10 discount for teams of four or more. Proceeds from this event will benefit the Ratzlaff Memorial Scholarship Fund and the Good Grief Programs in local schools, ensuring that your participation makes a positive impact in the community. Don't miss this chance to honor heroes, support a worthy
Starting and finishing at Green Forest School, the Rat Race 5k offers a chance for competitive runners to vie for awards in various age categories, while all entrants will have the opportunity to contribute to a noble cause. Registration is just $30, with a $10 discount for teams of four or more. Proceeds from this event will benefit the Ratzlaff Memorial Scholarship Fund and the Good Grief Programs in local schools, ensuring that your participation makes a positive impact in the community. Don't miss this chance to honor heroes, support a worthy
Organiser's Description
The Rat Race was started in honor of US Navy SEAL Tom Ratzlaff of Green Forest, AR. This event remembers the 31 heroes lost on 8-6-2011 during Extortion 17.
Race will start and end at Green Forest School in Green Forest, Arkansas.
Runners must check in from 7:00am to 7:45 A.M. Opening Ceremony at 7:45. Race will start at 8:06 A.M.
Although this is a 5k, if running is not your thing, you are more than welcome to complete the race at any pace comfortable to you. For the competitive runners, Awards to the Top 3 Male and Females. Certificates to the following age groups: 1-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and up.
Cost is $30.00 per entry.
Sign up a team of 4 or more and receive a $10 discount on your registration.
Proceeds from this race will benefit the Ratzlaff Memorial Scholarship Fund and the Good Grief Programs in area schools.
This is a fund raiser for a non-profit organization, no refunds will be given for cancelation due to weather.
Race will start and end at Green Forest School in Green Forest, Arkansas.
Runners must check in from 7:00am to 7:45 A.M. Opening Ceremony at 7:45. Race will start at 8:06 A.M.
Although this is a 5k, if running is not your thing, you are more than welcome to complete the race at any pace comfortable to you. For the competitive runners, Awards to the Top 3 Male and Females. Certificates to the following age groups: 1-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and up.
Cost is $30.00 per entry.
Sign up a team of 4 or more and receive a $10 discount on your registration.
Proceeds from this race will benefit the Ratzlaff Memorial Scholarship Fund and the Good Grief Programs in area schools.
This is a fund raiser for a non-profit organization, no refunds will be given for cancelation due to weather.
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800 Tommy Ratzlaff Avenue, Green Forest, 72638, AR, United States
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