Run the Runway 5K
- Date Sat 27th June 2026
- Time 7:00AM CDT
- Location Texarkana, Arkansas
- Price $43.40
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the inaugural Run the Runway 5K on Saturday, June 27, 2026, in Texarkana, Miller! This unique race offers participants the incredible opportunity to run on an actual airport runway, surrounded by the excitement of the Texarkana Airshow. Feel the adrenaline rush as you race down a flat, fast course where jets take off, and enjoy the electrifying atmosphere filled with aviation energy.
Whether you’re a seasoned runner aiming for a personal best or a casual walker looking for family fun, the Run the Runway 5K is perfect for everyone. With medals awarded for the top finishers in each age group and a family-friendly vibe, it promises unforgettable moments and fantastic photo opportunities! Don’t miss out on being part of this extraordinary event that also supports a great cause—proceeds benefit For the Sake of One, a nonprofit dedicated to foster, adoptive, and kinship families. Lace up your shoes and join us for a memorable day of fun, fitness, and community spirit!
Whether you’re a seasoned runner aiming for a personal best or a casual walker looking for family fun, the Run the Runway 5K is perfect for everyone. With medals awarded for the top finishers in each age group and a family-friendly vibe, it promises unforgettable moments and fantastic photo opportunities! Don’t miss out on being part of this extraordinary event that also supports a great cause—proceeds benefit For the Sake of One, a nonprofit dedicated to foster, adoptive, and kinship families. Lace up your shoes and join us for a memorable day of fun, fitness, and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
Get ready to take off on a one-of-a-kind 5K experience! The Run the Runway 5K is Texarkanas newest raceand its unlike anything youve ever run before. Hosted in conjunction with the Texarkana Airshow, this unique race gives participants the rare opportunity to race on an actual airport runway. Feel the thrill as you run where jets take off, with planes on display and aviation energy all around you!
Whether you're a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or just here for the incredible atmosphere, Run the Runway is for you. This flat, fast course is perfect for personal records, family fun, and photo ops you wont find at any other 5K.
All proceeds benefit For the Sake of One, a nonprofit supporting foster, adoptive, and kinship families in our community. Lace up for a cause and help strengthen familiesone stride at a time.
Highlights:
airplane Part of the course is on the airport runway
Airshow festivities and plane displays
Airshow ticket purchase required for friends and family to cheer you on at the finish line, granting them earliest gate admission AND FREE parking!
Medals for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in each age group (and male/female)
Unique race-day photo ops
Family-friendly fun run atmosphere (the first 10 participants to request running with a jogging stroller will be allowed)
T-shirts guaranteed for registrations completed by June 17
Sponsors:
Runway Commander - Farmer's Bank and Trust
Jet Sponsors - Ledwell and Signature Aviation
Ground Crew Sponsors - Racquet and Jog, Care Pet Clinic, and Smith-Blair
Taxiway Sponsor - The Canvas special events center
Take off with us June 27, 2026and be part of the first-ever Run the Runway 5K!
Whether you're a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or just here for the incredible atmosphere, Run the Runway is for you. This flat, fast course is perfect for personal records, family fun, and photo ops you wont find at any other 5K.
All proceeds benefit For the Sake of One, a nonprofit supporting foster, adoptive, and kinship families in our community. Lace up for a cause and help strengthen familiesone stride at a time.
Highlights:
airplane Part of the course is on the airport runway
Airshow festivities and plane displays
Airshow ticket purchase required for friends and family to cheer you on at the finish line, granting them earliest gate admission AND FREE parking!
Medals for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in each age group (and male/female)
Unique race-day photo ops
Family-friendly fun run atmosphere (the first 10 participants to request running with a jogging stroller will be allowed)
T-shirts guaranteed for registrations completed by June 17
Sponsors:
Runway Commander - Farmer's Bank and Trust
Jet Sponsors - Ledwell and Signature Aviation
Ground Crew Sponsors - Racquet and Jog, Care Pet Clinic, and Smith-Blair
Taxiway Sponsor - The Canvas special events center
Take off with us June 27, 2026and be part of the first-ever Run the Runway 5K!
Races
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5K Run
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th June 2026 (7:00AM CDT)
$43.40
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Location
30 Globe Avenue, Texarkana, 71854, AR, United States
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