The Summer Meltdown Half Marathon takes place at River Front Park in North Little Rock on August 8, 2026, with a typical start time of 6:55 AM. The event offers multiple distance options including a half marathon, 5-mile run, 1-mile run, and a 20-yard option, making it accessible for various fitness levels. Entry fees range from $15 to $90 depending on distance and registration timing. If you can't attend in person, a virtual participation option is available, allowing you to complete your chosen distance on your own schedule. With the early morning start in August, plan accordingly for heat and humidity typical of Arkansas summers.
From the Race Organizer
Location Confirmed: River Front Park ☀️ Welcome to the Summer Meltdown Half Marathon — where summer heat meets an unforgettable race experience! Starting at 7 AM, runners will take on a scenic course through beautiful parks and trails, surrounded by nature, shaded paths, and the energy of fellow participants. Our DJ will be playing all the hits and announcing every runner. All award winners will be announced and recognized for their accomplishments. Aid stations will be positioned along the course to provide water and assistance should you have any concerns during your run. Join Bigfoot Running Company for a race experience packed with everything you love — awesome medals, cool tees, live awards, high-energy staff, and the legendary Bigfoot medal! Celebrate your finish with snacks, refreshments, music, and a post-race rally full of fun. 🔥 Lace up, embrace the heat, and get ready to conquer the hottest Half Marathon of the summer! Cool down after you heat up! 🌞🍧 Summer Meltdown isn't just about conquering the miles — it's about celebrating the finish line. Join us after the race for a refreshing treat from Kona Ice . Cross the finish line, grab your medal, and cool off with a sweet post-race reward! *Youth-based pricing for the 5k & Quarter Marathon 12 & under are only $15! *Participants will receive a $20 refund if they refer 5 others. *Join as a group and receive special group discounts. The larger your group gets the larger your groups discount gets. Race Distances offered: Kids Dash - This event if for our little Yeti's and is typically about a 20 yard dash. Designed for kids 10 and under. This is not timed and includes a tee shirt, race medal, and exclusive Kids Dash recognition pin. Your little Yeti will get to experience what races are all about as we focus all the attention on them and get the crowd involved in cheering them on. Our crew will be present with our professional race camera capturing all the fun so that you can share the memory of this awesome experience with friends and family. 1 Mile - Our 1 mile race is designed for all ages and experience levels. This event is not chipped timed and includes a tee shirt and race medal. 5K - Our 5K race will take you 3.11 miles through the course. This event is chip timed and features 1st overall trophy's for male and female finishers, special recognition pins for 1st place male and female master's category as well as our standard age group awards. 1/4 Marathon - Our Quarter Marathon race will take you 6.55 miles through the course. This event is chip timed and features 1st overall Bigfoot trophy's for male and female finishers, special recognition pins for 1st place male and female master's category as well as our standard age group awards. Half Marathon - Our Half Marathon race will take you 13.1 miles through the course. This event is chip timed and features 1st overall Bigfoot trophy's for male and female finishers, special recognition pins for 1st place male and female master's category as well as our standard age group awards. Standard Age Group Awards for 5K, Quarter Marathon and Half Marathon 1st overall M/F - Trophy 1st overall M/F Masters age 40+ - Special recognition award lanyard pin 10 and under M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin 11-14 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin 15-19 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin 20-24 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin 25-29 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin 30-34 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin 35-39 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin 40-44 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin 45-49 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin 50-54 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin 55-59 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin 60-64 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin 65-69 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin 70+ M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin Shirt guarantee cutoff is 10 days out from the event. After that date if shirts are still available this page will be updated and a notification of availability will be placed at the top of this listing with details concerning shirt size availability and quantity available if applicable. Event Schedule 5:30-6:40am Packet Pickup ends 20 minutes before the race! 6:55am Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line and we will walk participants out to the starting area) 7:00am National Anthem and Race Start! Results and Awards are live and available at the Registration tent immediately following your finish! Volunteer then Run includes a custom chip timed bib, super soft tee, and an awesome finisher medal! You can participate in the 5K run offered for this event. You simply show up an hour and a half before race start and help with packet pickup, about 10 minutes before race starts, you join everyone at the starting line for pre-race warmup and start with the s
