Hope for the Holiday Half Marathon and 5k in Memory of Garrett Yeager 2026 — Batesville, AR

Date
December 5, 2026
Location
Batesville, AR
Venue
600 Eagle Mountain Blvd
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$30.00 – $60.00
Events
Half Marathon, 5k Run/Walk
Includes
Hoodie
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Hope for the Holiday Half Marathon and 5K in Memory of Garrett Yeager takes place at 600 Eagle Mountain Boulevard in Batesville, Arkansas on December 5, 2026. The event offers a 1-mile run and a half marathon, with entry fees ranging from $30 to $60. The race starts at 8:00 AM. If you can't participate in person, a virtual option is available, allowing you to complete your chosen distance on your own schedule. This memorial race provides a meaningful way to support the community while logging your winter miles ahead of the holiday season.

From the Race Organizer
The race is being held to honor the memory of Garrett Yeager beloved friend, son, brother and father. All proceeds will be donated in his memory to New Hope Refuge. New Hope Refuge is a faith based and Christ centered program for women who are struggling with substance abuse issues. The race course you get a little bit of everything. Starting out in the beautiful Eagle Mountain neighborhood for the 5k. The half marathon will continue over to the beautiful campus of Lyon College, once at Lyon you will jump on the 3/4 mile trail section of the course, upon exiting the trail you will run the country roads leading back to the main highway to work your way back to Eagle Mountain. Each participant will receive a finishers medal and race hoodie. Race registration will cut off on November 29th to be guaranteed a hoodie. Packet pickup will be race morning starting at 630 until 7:45. Cancellation Policy If the race is cancelled all entries will be deferred to the following year's race. Sorry, no refunds.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Hope for the Holiday Half Marathon and 5k in Memory of Garrett Yeager 2026 — Batesville, AR?

Hope for the Holiday Half Marathon and 5k in Memory of Garrett Yeager 2026 — Batesville, AR takes place on December 5, 2026. The race is held in Batesville, Arkansas.

Where is Hope for the Holiday Half Marathon and 5k in Memory of Garrett Yeager 2026 — Batesville, AR held?

Hope for the Holiday Half Marathon and 5k in Memory of Garrett Yeager 2026 — Batesville, AR is held at 600 Eagle Mountain Blvd in Batesville, Arkansas.

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