Viking 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Ben Geren Regional Park, Fort Smith, AR (08) 35
- Date Sat 21st February 2026
- Time 8:30AM CST
- Location Fort Smith, Arkansas
- Price $33.80 - $70.90
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of running at the Viking 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon! Taking place on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at Ben Geren Regional Park in Fort Smith, Arkansas, this event promises to be a fantastic experience for runners of all levels. Kick off your morning at 8:30 AM, with packet pickup available from 8:00 AM to 8:20 AM.
Choose your challenge: the 5K and 10K courses are designed as out-and-back routes, with the 5K completed twice for a total distance of 3.1 miles, and the 10K run four times for a total of 6.2 miles. For those seeking a greater test of endurance, the Half Marathon course involves six loops, adding up to an impressive 13.1 miles. All finishers will receive a medal to celebrate their accomplishment! Join the excitement, enjoy the camaraderie, and make unforgettable memories at this vibrant running event in Fort Smith!
Choose your challenge: the 5K and 10K courses are designed as out-and-back routes, with the 5K completed twice for a total distance of 3.1 miles, and the 10K run four times for a total of 6.2 miles. For those seeking a greater test of endurance, the Half Marathon course involves six loops, adding up to an impressive 13.1 miles. All finishers will receive a medal to celebrate their accomplishment! Join the excitement, enjoy the camaraderie, and make unforgettable memories at this vibrant running event in Fort Smith!
Organiser's Description
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.
5K & 10K COURSE (0.78M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5927352277
This is an out-and-back course. (1.56M)
The 5K does the course two times.
The 10K does the course four times.
HALF MARATHON COURSE (1.09M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5917851367
This is an out-and-back course. (2.18M)
The Half Marathon does the course six times.
COURSE TIME LIMIT
3 hours and 30 minutes.
FINISHER MEDALS
https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php
SHIRT AND GEAR SHOP
https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php
BEST COSTUME
https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php
SERIES POINTS
https://usroadrunning.com/S.php
AWARDS
https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION
https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php
US ROAD RUNNING
https://usroadrunning.com [https://usroadrunning.com/]
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.
5K & 10K COURSE (0.78M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5927352277
This is an out-and-back course. (1.56M)
The 5K does the course two times.
The 10K does the course four times.
HALF MARATHON COURSE (1.09M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5917851367
This is an out-and-back course. (2.18M)
The Half Marathon does the course six times.
COURSE TIME LIMIT
3 hours and 30 minutes.
FINISHER MEDALS
https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php
SHIRT AND GEAR SHOP
https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php
BEST COSTUME
https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php
SERIES POINTS
https://usroadrunning.com/S.php
AWARDS
https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION
https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php
US ROAD RUNNING
https://usroadrunning.com [https://usroadrunning.com/]
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