The Growing Minds Foundation 5K 2026 — Pocahontas, AR

Date
October 3, 2026
Location
Pocahontas, AR
Venue
Rice street
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$35.00
Events
The Growing Minds Foundation 5K
Includes
T-Shirt Giveaway
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The Growing Minds Foundation 5K starts at 8:00 AM on October 3, 2026, in Pocahontas, Arkansas, giving traveling runners time to settle in the night before. The 5K takes place on Rice Street and costs $35 to enter. If you're unable to make it to Pocahontas for race day, a virtual participation option lets you complete the distance on your own schedule and location. This race supports the Growing Minds Foundation while offering a straightforward early-morning 5K option for runners in the area.

From the Race Organizer
Join us for the 4th annual Growing Minds Foundation Fall Festival 5K walk/run October 4th! The Growing Minds Foundation is a non-profit organization that provides medical scholarships to children with disabilities and complex medical needs in NorthEastern Arkansas. The 5K will begin and end at the Black River Overlook Park, located across the hwy. from First Horizon Bank in Pocahontas, AR. Each participant will receive a medal, T-shirt (must sign up by the deadline posted), race day swag, and additional medals given out to over all winners and age group winners. Registration starts at 7:30 and the race will begin promptly at 8:00 a.m. with no day of registration. Make sure to stick around after the event for The Growing Minds Foundation Fall Festival which will feature a Splash & Dash fun run, food trucks, live music, and color blast foam party!

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is The Growing Minds Foundation 5K 2026 — Pocahontas, AR?

The Growing Minds Foundation 5K 2026 — Pocahontas, AR takes place on October 3, 2026. The race is held in Pocahontas, Arkansas.

Where is The Growing Minds Foundation 5K 2026 — Pocahontas, AR held?

The Growing Minds Foundation 5K 2026 — Pocahontas, AR is held at Rice street in Pocahontas, Arkansas.

Where can I find hotels near The Growing Minds Foundation 5K 2026 — Pocahontas, AR?

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