Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (38) 2026 — Fort Smith, AR

Date
September 19, 2026
Location
Fort Smith, AR
Venue
7200 Zero St
Start Time
8:30 AM
Entry Fee
$30.00 – $65.00
Events
5K, 10K, Half Marathon
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Medal Madness at Fort Smith starts at 8:30 AM on September 19, 2026, giving you a reasonable window to arrive and settle in the morning of the race. The event is held at 7200 Zero St and offers three distances: 5K, 10K, and half marathon. Entry fees range from $30 to $65 depending on distance and registration timing. If you're flying in for this race, plan to land the day before to avoid early-morning travel stress. Fort Smith sits along the Arkansas River on the Oklahoma border, making it accessible from multiple directions. Whether you're doing the shorter 5K or testing yourself over the half marathon distance, you'll want accommodation within a 10-15 minute drive of the venue to keep pre-race logistics simple.

From the Race Organizer
US Road Running Races US Road Running races are built for runners and walkers who like friendly, low-pressure race days with just enough competition to keep things exciting. Our events are local, welcoming, and easy to jump into, whether you are chasing a PR, collecting another themed medal, working toward series points, or just getting outside with good people. Most races are small enough to feel personal but organized enough to feel official. You can expect a clear course, helpful race staff, finisher medals, results, and a relaxed community feel. Bring your fast shoes, your steady walking pace, your favorite running buddy, or your best “I signed up for this on purpose” smile. We will be glad to see you at the start line. A quick race-day note: because many US Road Running events are small local races, we normally have one or two staff members at each race. EMS is not stationed on site, and water stations are limited to the finish area at the end of each lap and at the race finish. Please plan for the weather, bring anything you may want between laps, and check in with race staff if you need help. View Race Course, Results, and Race Information on the US Road Running race page.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (38) 2026 — Fort Smith, AR?

Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (38) 2026 — Fort Smith, AR takes place on September 19, 2026. The race is held in Fort Smith, Arkansas.

Where is Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (38) 2026 — Fort Smith, AR held?

Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (38) 2026 — Fort Smith, AR is held at 7200 Zero St in Fort Smith, Arkansas.

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