EDIT!! WE HAVE BEEN GIVEN PERMISSION TO SIGN UP EXTRA RUNNERS! BUT, THEY WILL NOT BE ABLE TO RUN COMPETITIVELY AND WILL NOT HAVE A TIMING CHIP OR SHIRT. BECAUSE OF THIS, THE DISCOUNTED PRICE IS $30. YOU WILL STILL GET AN AIRSHOW WRISTBAND AND A HOMEMADE BIB, BUT WILL NOT HAVE A TIMING CHIP.





WOW! WE'VE SURPASSED 250 RUNNERS! We still have spots available, and all participants will receive a race bib and safety pins. However, shirts and sponsor swag bags have all been claimed and are not guaranteed for registrations received after June 22.

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 16

Sponsors:

Runway Commander - Farmer's Bank and Trust

Jet Sponsors - Ledwell, Signature Aviation, and the A&P comission

Ground Crew Sponsors - Racquet and Jog, Care Pet Clinic, and Smith-Blair

Taxiway Sponsor - The Canvas special events center and PH Realty Group

Take off with us June 27, 2026and be part of the first-ever Run the Runway 5K!