Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (38)
Fort Smith's Medal Madness offers a fast, flat loop course with multiple distances.
Race Date
Sep 19, 2026
Location
Fort Smith, AR
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, September 19, 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 Medal Madness series at Fort Smith, Arkansas, provides a straightforward racing experience across 5K, 10K, and half marathon distances. The courses are designed as out-and-back loops, emphasizing a fast and flat profile ideal for runners aiming for personal bests.
With a generous 3.5-hour time limit, this event welcomes a range of abilities. Runners can expect a well-organized race day with convenient packet pickup and clear instructions for parking. The focus is on a no-frills, efficient race day centered around the running itself, with finisher medals and awards celebrating achievements.
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, September 19, 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 1:13:39
typical high 88°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
68°
Afternoon (High)
88°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.1"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
69%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 4 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
4
Median time
1:50:25
Latest turnout
4
States
2
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Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (38)?
The Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (38) is held on Saturday, September 19, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM.
Where does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (38) take place?
It takes place in Fort Smith, Arkansas.
What distances does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (38) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (38) course flat and good for a PR?
The Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (38) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
How many people run the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (38)?
HalfRuns has finish records for 4 runners who have completed the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (38).
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