Experience Fayetteville Half Marathon

BIG NEWS! Read below 👇🏼

Part marathon, part stadium field trip, 100% Fayetteville.

Experience Fayetteville is taking the wheel as the new title sponsor of the Fayetteville Half Marathon! We’re teaming up with All Sports Productions and the University of Arkansas to dial up the fun for a massive two-day race weekend on December 4-5.

Whether you’re tackling the half marathon, cruising through a 10K or 5K, or taking it easy on the fun run, every single route starts and ends at The Gardens on the U of A campus. Best of all? You’ll get to stride right through Razorback Stadium and hit the track at legendary John McDonnell Field for an unforgettable photo op.

Kick off the festivities on Friday, December 4, at the Fayetteville Town Center for packet pickup, then stroll over to the Square to catch the Lights of the Ozarks glowing with holiday magic. After you cross the finish line on Saturday, December 5, keep the energy high at our post-race tailgate at The Gardens with local brews and good vibes.

Tap the link below to register, check out course maps, and plan your entire race weekend!

https://www.experiencefayetteville.com/experience/sports/the-experience-fayetteville-half-marathon

TONIGHT at Northshore! Come hang out, run, Demo new shoes, AND we are raffling off 1 free entry for the City of Colleges Half Marathon and the Fayetteville Half Marathon (to any of the distances!)

SEPTEMBER PUB RUN IS COMING!

It’s time to lace up, get outside, and hang out with your running crew!

Join us Tuesday, September 8 at 6:30 PM at Northshore Golf Range for our September Pub Run. Brooks will be joining us with shoes to demo, so you can hit the run in a fresh pair and see what they’re all about!

👟 Brooks demo shoes
🤝 All paces welcome
🏃‍♂️ A fun, relaxed group run
🍻 Post-run socializing

Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just getting started, come run with us. Bring a friend, bring your running shoes, and bring your appetite for some post-run fun!

Northshore Golf Range | North Little Rock. Tuesday, September 8 @ 6:30 PM

Let’s run, connect, and unwind!

The Fayetteville Half Marathon is 12 weeks and 5 days away! 🎉🏃‍♀️

📅 Race Day: December 5, 2026
📅 Today: September 7, 2026
⏳ 89 days to go

Sign up today! https://www.fayettevillehalfmarathon.com/

⏰ 100 DAYS TO GO!🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

The countdown to the Fayetteville Half Marathon is officially ON! 🔥It'll be here before you know it!

In just 100 days, runners will be hitting the streets of Fayetteville for the Half Marathon, 10K, 5K & Fun Run! 🎉🏅

100 days to train.
100 days to set a goal.
100 days to get ready for an unforgettable race day. 💪

📅 December 5, 2026
📍 Fayetteville, Arkansas

Haven’t signed up yet? There’s still time to join us!

👉 Register today and we’ll see you at the starting line!
https://www.fayettevillehalfmarathon.com/

🚨 PRICE INCREASE TONIGHT! 🚨

Thinking about joining us for the Fayetteville Half Marathon? Now’s the time to make it official! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Registration prices increase TONIGHT at 11:59 PM, so don’t wait until tomorrow and pay more for the same finish line. 👀

Whether you’re taking on the Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, or Fun Run, we’ve got a distance waiting for you!

📅 Race Day: December 5, 2026
⏰ Price increase: Tonight at 11:59 PM

👉 Sign up NOW and save before prices go up!

🔥 Race day is calling… are you ready? 🔥

The Fayetteville Half Marathon is more than just a race—it's a celebration of community, determination, and everything that makes Fayetteville such an incredible place to run. From the vibrant downtown streets to the cheering spectators along the course, this is a race weekend you won't want to miss. 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️💙

Whether you're taking on the Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, or Fun Run, we'll be there every step of the way, cheering you on to the finish line. 🎉

A huge thank you to our sponsor, Experience Fayetteville! 🌄 Their support helps make this event possible and showcases everything our city has to offer—from its welcoming community to its beautiful trails, local businesses, and unforgettable race-day atmosphere.

Come experience Fayetteville with us on December 5, 2026. We can't wait to see you at the starting line!

👉 Register today and be part of the tradition!

🏃‍♀️ Choose Your Challenge at the Fayetteville Half Marathon! 🏃‍♂️

No matter your experience level or your goal, there's a race for you!

🏅 Half Marathon – Ready to go the distance?
⚡ 10K – Push your pace and chase a new PR.
🎉 5K – Perfect for first-time racers, families, and seasoned runners alike.
👟 Fun Run – A fun way for all ages to join the excitement!
🌎 Virtual Events – Run your race, your way, from wherever you are.
📋 Training Plan Only – Looking for guidance before race day? We've got you covered!

Whether you're running your very first race or your fiftieth, we'd love to see you at the starting line on December 5, 2026 in Fayetteville!

⏰ Don't wait! Registration prices for the Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K increase after August 12.

👉 Pick your distance and register today!

🚨 Price Increase Tonight! 🚨

Don’t wait to lock in your spot for the Fayetteville Half Marathon on December 5th🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️
Prices increase tonight at midnight, so now’s the time to register and save! ⏰

Whether you’re tackling the Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, or Fun Run, race day will be here before you know it. 🙌

👉 Sign up today before prices go up tonight!

Oh yeah it’s happening… price is going up tonight. Commit now and start your training 👊🏼

Sign up link:
https://www.fayettevillehalf.com/Race/Register/?raceId=54652

🏅 Fayetteville Half Marathon – 2026 Finisher Medal Reveal 🏅

The 2026 Fayetteville Half Marathon finisher medal celebrates both our community and a historic milestone — the 250th anniversary of the United States.

This year’s design was inspired by Henry, the winner of our Fayetteville Half Marathon Medal Design Competition 🎨👏. Henry’s concept helped bring this medal to life, blending patriotic elements with the landmarks and spirit that make Fayetteville such a special place to run.

Drawing inspiration from patriotic red, white, and blue tones, the design honors the spirit of America while showcasing the landmarks that define Fayetteville.

At the center of the medal is the outline of Arkansas, highlighted with the state diamond 💎 — symbolizing Arkansas as The Natural State and reminding runners that Fayetteville sits within one of the most beautiful running landscapes in the country.

Surrounding the centerpiece are iconic Fayetteville landmarks runners experience along the course and throughout the city. The historic Washington County Courthouse, the recognizable Fayetteville water tower, and the rolling Ozark hills 🌄 represent the character, heritage, and natural beauty that make Fayetteville such a special place to run.

The medal’s bold banner and star elements ⭐ echo classic American design, reflecting the celebration of America’s 250th year and the pride of finishing in a community that embraces endurance, outdoor culture, and tradition.

Whether you’re running your first Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, or Fun Run 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ or returning to Fayetteville for another memorable race weekend, this medal represents more than a finish line — it represents history, place, and perseverance.