Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (49)
Fort Smith's Holiday Half Marathon offers a flat, fast course ideal for setting personal bests.
Race Date
Dec 5, 2026
Location
Fort Smith, AR
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, December 5, 2026
- Location
- Fort Smith, Arkansas
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 4
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith presents a straightforward, fast course designed for runners aiming for personal records. This race, first held in 2024, is an out-and-back event with minimal elevation change, making it a prime candidate for a PR.
The course is a paved road, offering a smooth surface for all participants. With a generous 3.5-hour time limit, it’s accessible for a wide range of runners, from seasoned athletes to those newer to the half marathon distance. The race is part of the US Road Running series, known for its organized events.
Runners can expect a functional race day experience with essential support. Finisher medals and shirts are provided, and there's an award for the best costume, adding a touch of festive fun to the event. The race takes place in Fort Smith, Arkansas, with typical December race-day temperatures ranging from cool to mild.
Race-provided 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
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, December 5, 2026
Start Time
8:30 AM
Start Location
7200 Zero St, Fort Smith, AR, 72903
Course Info
Course Type
Out & Back
Terrain
road
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
1 other map for this race
Quality Score
1 year running
~4 finishers a year
small race — neutral
0% returning runners
3 timing sources
runners from 2 states
winner 2:24:55
typical high 56°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
39°
Afternoon (High)
56°
Ideal racing weather — cool and comfortable
0.1"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
76%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 4 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.
Most recent
2024
Total finishers
4
Median time
2:24:57
Latest turnout
4
States
2
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Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (49)?
The Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (49) is held on Saturday, December 5, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM.
Where does the Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (49) take place?
It takes place in Fort Smith, Arkansas.
What distances does the Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (49) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (49) course flat and good for a PR?
The Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (49) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
How many people run the Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (49)?
HalfRuns has finish records for 4 runners who have completed the Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (49).
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