What race distances can I run in Fort Smith?
Fort Smith has 5K (13), 10K (11), Half Marathon (11). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
Arkansas · Race calendar
Running Races in Fort Smith, Arkansas
Upcoming running races in and near Fort Smith, Arkansas - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
15 upcoming races · 12 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Fort Smith races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Aug 1, 2026Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (31) Fort Smith, ARFrom $30Register Sat, Aug 15, 2026Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (33) Fort Smith, ARFrom $30Details Sat, Sep 5, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (36) Fort Smith, ARFrom $30Register Sat, Sep 19, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (38) Fort Smith, ARFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 3, 2026Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (40) Fort Smith, ARFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 17, 2026Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (42) Fort Smith, ARFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Whitney's Race 2026 Fort Smith, ARFrom $30Details Sat, Nov 7, 202619th Annual Jim Rowland FCA River Valley Run 5K, 10K, Half Marathon Fort Smith, ARFrom $30Details Sat, Nov 7, 2026Gobbler 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (45) Fort Smith, ARFrom $30Details Sat, Nov 21, 2026Gobbler 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (47) Fort Smith, ARFrom $30Details Sat, Dec 5, 2026Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (49) Fort Smith, ARFrom $30Details Sat, Dec 19, 2026Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (51) Fort Smith, ARFrom $30Details Fri, Jan 1, 2027FROZEN BUNS RUN 2027 13TH ANNUAL Fort Smith, ARFrom $20Details Sun, Mar 21, 2027Fort Smith Marathon, Half Marathon, 5 Leg Marathon Relay, & 2 Leg Half Marathon Relay Fort Smith, ARFrom $70Details Sat, Apr 17, 20272026 Run for Autism Fort Smith, ARFrom $20Details
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Jul 27, 2026.
Common Questions About Racing in Fort Smith
When is race season in Fort Smith?
October is the busiest month for races in Fort Smith, with 3 of the 15, followed by November with 3. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
How early should I register for a race in Fort Smith?
3 of the 15 races in Fort Smith already have a price increase scheduled, so entry gets more expensive the longer you leave it. Race pricing almost always steps up as the date approaches, and signing up early is usually the cheapest option.
Are Fort Smith races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 12 races in Fort Smith with published results, the typical median finish is around 37:19, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.
Where can I train for a race in Fort Smith?
Browse Fort Smith run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.