Viking 1M, 5k, 10k, 15k, & Half Marathon at Ben Geren Regional Park, Fort Smith, AR (8-17-2024)

Saturday, August 17, 2024 Past event

9:30 AM CDT

Fort Smith, Arkansas

$27.50–$69.90 · 5 races

5km, 10km, 1 Mile, Half Marathon

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting day of racing at the Viking 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, and Half Marathon, taking place on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at the picturesque Ben Geren Regional Park in Fort Smith, Arkansas! This vibrant event is part of the US Road Running Race Series and welcomes runners of all levels—no club membership is required to participate.

The races kick off at 8:30 AM, with packet pickup available starting 30 minutes prior. Participants can choose from a variety of distances, including the 1-mile fun run, 5K, 10K, 15K, and the challenging Half Marathon, all set along scenic out-and-back courses. Runners can look forward to themed finisher medals and the chance to win an award for the best costume, making this not just a race, but a festive celebration of community and health. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself and enjoy a fun-filled day in Fort Smith!

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Races

1 Mile

Incl. $2.50 Fee

9:30 AM CDT

$27.50

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5k

Incl. $2.80 Fee

9:30 AM CDT

$32.80

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10k

Incl. $3.70 Fee

9:30 AM CDT

$48.70

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15k

Incl. $4.00 Fee

9:30 AM CDT

$54.00

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Half Marathon

Incl. $4.90 Fee

9:30 AM CDT

$69.90

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Organiser's description

This is a US Road Running Club Race and part of the US Road Running Race Series.
It is not required to be a club member to run with us.
Club members receive 50% off club races and a US Road Running shirt.
To join go to https://usroadrunning.com

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.

1M COURSE
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6011209816
This is an out-and-back course.

5K, 10K, & 15K COURSE
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5927352277
This is an out-and-back course.
The 5K does the course two times.
The 10K does the course four times.
The 15K does the course six times.

HALF MARATHON COURSE
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5917851367
This is an out-and-back course.
The Half Marathon does the course six times.

COURSE TIME LIMIT
3 hours and 30 minutes.

FINISHER MEDALS
All finishers will receive a themed medal.

BEST COSTUME
It is not required to wear a costume, but we do encourage it.
At the beginning of each race, we take a group photo.
The best costume will be awarded at the beginning race.

AWARDS https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php

[US Road Running] https://usroadrunning.com