What race distances can I run in Little Rock?
Little Rock has 5K (17), 10K (8), Half Marathon (7), Marathon (4). 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 Little Rock, Arkansas
Upcoming running races in and near Little Rock, Arkansas - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
20 upcoming races · 11 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Little Rock races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Aug 8, 2026Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Little Rock, AR (32) Little Rock, ARFrom $30Details Sat, Sep 5, 2026Paint the Path Purple for Pancreatic Cancer 5k Little Rock, ARFrom $10Details Sat, Sep 12, 202614th Annual Omega Prostate Cancer Awareness 5K Run/Walk Little Rock, ARFrom $30Details Sat, Sep 12, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Little Rock, AR (37) Little Rock, ARFrom $30Details Sat, Sep 12, 2026Race for Recovery 5K & Breaking Barriers Recovery Mile Little Rock, ARFrom $35Register Sat, Sep 19, 2026Little Rock Teal Trot Little Rock, ARFrom $30Details Fri, Oct 2, 2026Heroes Against Hunger 5K Little Rock, ARFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 10, 2026Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Little Rock, AR (41) Little Rock, ARFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 10, 2026Race for a Healthier Tomorrow Little Rock, ARFrom $35Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Creep N' Crawl - Half Marathon, 5K, Lil Monsters Kids' Dash Little Rock, ARPricing TBARegister Sat, Nov 7, 2026Philander Smith University Homecoming 5K Walk/Run Little Rock, ARFrom $30Details Sat, Nov 14, 2026Gobbler 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Little Rock, AR (46) Little Rock, ARFrom $30Details Sun, Nov 15, 2026Turkey Shuffle - Little Rock Little Rock, ARFrom $25Details Sat, Dec 5, 2026Jacob Wells 3 Bridges Marathon Little Rock, ARFrom $120Details Sat, Dec 5, 20262026 Arkansas Grand Prix Little Rock, ARFrom $15Details Sat, Dec 5, 20262026 Jingle Bell Run Little Rock, ARFrom $35Details Sat, Dec 12, 2026Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Little Rock, AR (50) Little Rock, ARFrom $30Details Sat, Dec 19, 2026Ugly Sweater Race - 5K and Lil Elf Dash Little Rock, ARPricing TBARegister Sat, Dec 19, 2026Gingerbread Lane 5K & 10K - Little Rock Little Rock, ARFrom $25Details Fri, Mar 5, 202725TH ANNUAL LITTLE ROCK MARATHON WEEKEND Little Rock, ARPricing TBARegister
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 Little Rock
When is race season in Little Rock?
December is the busiest month for races in Little Rock, with 6 of the 20, followed by September with 5. 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 Little Rock?
3 of the 20 races in Little Rock 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 Little Rock races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 11 races in Little Rock with published results, the typical median finish is around 37:17, 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 Little Rock?
Browse Little Rock run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.
Are there trail races near Little Rock?
Yes, one race around Little Rock gets you off the pavement: 1 mixes road and trail. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.