Valentine's Day 5k is a running and walking event held on February 6, 2027, at Tucker Coliseum in Russellville, Arkansas. The race offers a 1 mile distance with a typical start time of 9:00 AM. Entry price is $30.00.
From the Race Organizer
Race History: The Valentine's Day 5K dates back to the 1980's when it was known as the "Serendipity Run". 1994 marked the race's first inclusion in the Arkansas RRCA Grand Prix Series. Course Records: Male Overall: Wayne Stanley - 15:14 (1992) Female Overall: Leah Thorvilson - 17:14 (2010) Male Masters: Tom Aspel - 15:52 (1996) Female Masters: Jen Found - 20:05 (2022) Course Description: The race starts and finishes at Doc Bryan Hall on ATU Campus. Awards will be given for Overall Male and Female Finishers, Masters, Grand Masters and Seniors as well as male and female age divisions 1-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+ Sweetheart Competition: A special feature of the Valentine's Day 5K is the chance to team up with a sweetheart for additional prizes! Runners have the option of entering with their spouse in the Married Sweethearts Division, or teaming up with a "friend" in the Unmarried Sweethearts Division. The finishing times for the two Sweethearts will be added together to compete against other couples' composite times. The Sweetheart competition is in additional to the male/female individual races and does not affect an individual's time, placing, or award in the overall race. **Register before 11:59p CST 2/5 to be guaranteed a shirt and medal. Same Day registration is available from 7:30-8:30a day of the race and will be $40 (cash, check or Cash App will be accepted) Packet Pick Up: -We will have packet pick up available on 2/6 from 3:30-7:00p at Feltner's Athletes Corner in Russellville (2320 W Main St, Russellville, AR 72801) -You can also pick up your packet day of the race starting at 7a at the start line, just look for the registration flags.
Course & Travel Notes
Sunrise at Russellville, Arkansas occurs at 7:08 AM on race day, with the Valentine's Day 5k starting at 9:00 AM. The venue sits at 351 feet elevation. February typically brings average highs of 55°F and average lows of 33°F, with measurable precipitation on 33% of days. Memorial Field Airport (HOT) is located 56.4 miles from the venue.
⛰️ 351 ft elevation☀️ Typically 55°F / 33°F · 33% chance of rain✈️ Memorial Field Airport (HOT) — 56.4 mi
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Race Travel Insurance
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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Russellville, AR.
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When is Valentine’s Day 5k 2027 — Russellville, AR?
Valentine’s Day 5k 2027 — Russellville, AR takes place on February 6, 2027. The race is held in Russellville, Arkansas.
Where is Valentine’s Day 5k 2027 — Russellville, AR held?
Valentine’s Day 5k 2027 — Russellville, AR is held at Tucker Coliseum in Russellville, Arkansas.
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