Arkansas · Half Marathon · 5K · 6.55 Miles
Hero Half Marathon
Hero Half Marathon is a half marathon, 5K and 6.55 Miles event held in Fayetteville, Arkansas. It was last held on October 17, 2026 and is usually run in October; the next date hasn't been announced yet. About 585 runners take part across all distances.
- Usually held
- October
- Location
- Fayetteville, AR
- Field size
- ~585 runners
Race details
- Last held
- October 17, 2026
- Usually held in
- October
- Location
- Fayetteville, Arkansas
- Distances
- Half Marathon, 5K, 6.55 Miles
- Field size
- About 585 runners
- Course
- Rolling course on paved trails/bike paths around Fayetteville, AR with several named climbs (per official Runner's Guide); no numeric elevation profile published.
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked September 26, 2026: open
- Start time
- 7:30 AM CDT
- Course profile
- Loop course; Mostly road, some trail; USATF certified
About the Hero Half Marathon
The Hero Half Marathon is a fundraising race and community event hosted by The Spark Foundation in partnership with Fayetteville Firefighters’ IAFF – Local 2866. Race proceeds benefit organizations that meet important community needs, increase fitness opportunities for the community, and make Fayetteville and Arkansas a great place to live, work, and play. The Spark Foundation is all about encouraging our community to get active and stay active. We will award age group awards for the Top 3 male…
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Hero Half Marathon: common questions
- When is the Hero Half Marathon?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in October. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Hero Half Marathon held?
- In Fayetteville, Arkansas.
- What distances does the Hero Half Marathon offer?
- Half Marathon, 5K and 6.55 Miles.
- How many people run the Hero Half Marathon?
- About 585 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the Hero Half Marathon?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Hero Half Marathon?
- Registration status as last checked September 26, 2026: open. Listed fee for the longest distance, $95 (from trisignup.com, checked September 26, 2026).
- What time does the Hero Half Marathon start?
- 7:30 AM CDT.
- What is the course like at the Hero Half Marathon?
- Loop course; Mostly road, some trail; USATF certified.
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