The Spa Running Festival takes place on November 14, 2026, in Hot Springs, Arkansas at 134 Convention Boulevard. The event offers multiple distances to suit different training focuses: a 1-mile option, 1K, 6.2 miles, and a half marathon. All races begin at 7:00 AM, giving you an early start before the day heats up. Entry fees range from $10 to $78 depending on distance and registration timing. Whether you're building base fitness, testing a new race distance, or logging a half marathon, this festival provides flexibility for your fall training schedule.
From the Race Organizer
The Spa Running Festival presented by Window Mart - Half Marathon, 10K, 5K & Squirt Race Come Run With Us, November 14th, through beautiful Hot Springs National Park! The Spa Running Festival is an event for everyone .... kids, beginners to elite runners and those that like a challenge! The Squirt Race is for kids 2 - 10 years of age. The 5K is a fast and flat course! The 10K, now celebrating its 45th year, and runners enjoy the beauty of running West Mountain. This will be the 11th running of the Summit 2 Summit Half Marathon. Do you like a challenge - well you get to - the course takes you through the scenic National Park going summit to summit on Hot Springs Mountain/North Mountain AND West Mountain! Benefits of the Spa Running Festival: ♦The beauty of Historic Downtown and Bathhouse Row ♦ Running through Hot Springs National Park ♦ Expo on Friday ♦ A great Long Sleeve Technical Shirt ♦ An awesome Medal for All Participants (5K, 10K, Half Marathon and Squirt Race) ♦ Fast and Flat Course for 5K ♦ Corral Start's for 5K and 10K ♦ Team Registration ♦ Finish Line Festival area includes Grilled Burgers, Hot Soup, Pizza, Snacks and Beer Tent ♦ Live Music in the post-race finishing area, performed by Jacob Flores! Recently voted in the 2025 Reader Choice Award - Best Local Performer! Come enjoy the Expo on Friday at the Hot Springs Convention Center. Then, after the race, hang around to enjoy great food, the beer tent, picture taking, socializing and bragging rights that you conquered (BOTH) mountains. Proceeds from the 2025 race will benefit these non-profit organizations: Friends of the Parks, Arkansas Spa Pacers Buzz Wilson Scholarship Program, Literacy Council of the Ouachita, Humane Society of Garland County, The CALL in Garland County. The Spa Running Festival has a race for every family member so Come Run With Us through Hot Springs National Park, Saturday, November 14th, a landmark event in beautiful, historic downtown Hot Springs!
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for November 14.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Hot Springs, AR.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
When is Spa Running Festival 2026 — Hot Springs, AR?
Spa Running Festival 2026 — Hot Springs, AR takes place on November 14, 2026. The race is held in Hot Springs, Arkansas.
Where is Spa Running Festival 2026 — Hot Springs, AR held?
Spa Running Festival 2026 — Hot Springs, AR is held at 134 Convention Boulevard in Hot Springs, Arkansas.
Where can I find hotels near Spa Running Festival 2026 — Hot Springs, AR?
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