

Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (42)
Fort Smith's Haunted Half Marathon offers a unique out-and-back challenge with a festive costume contest.
Race Date
Oct 17, 2026
Location
Fort Smith, AR
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, October 17, 2026
- Location
- Fort Smith, Arkansas
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Haunted Half Marathon in Fort Smith, Arkansas, presents a unique out-and-back course designed for speed, with minimal elevation change. Runners will navigate this familiar path multiple times, offering a consistent rhythm for those aiming for personal bests.
The race is part of a series that emphasizes community and fun, with a notable costume contest adding a playful element to the competitive atmosphere. The event is organized by US Road Running, known for its accessible race formats.
With a generous 3.5-hour time limit, the Haunted Half Marathon is welcoming to a wide range of runners. Participants can look forward to finisher medals and a chance to earn series points, making it a rewarding experience for all.
Race-provided description
US Road Running Races US Road Running races are built for runners and walkers who like friendly, low-pressure race days with just enough competition to keep things exciting. Our events are local, welcoming, and easy to jump into, whether you are chasing a PR, collecting another themed medal, working toward series points, or just getting outside with good people. Most races are small enough to feel personal but organized enough to feel official. You can expect a clear course, helpful race staff, finisher medals, results, and a relaxed community feel. Bring your fast shoes, your steady walking pace, your favorite running buddy, or your best “I signed up for this on purpose” smile. We will be glad to see you at the start line. A quick race-day note: because many US Road Running events are small local races, we normally have one or two staff members at each race. EMS is not stationed on site, and water stations are limited to the finish area at the end of each lap and at the race finish. Please plan for the weather, bring anything you may want between laps, and check in with race staff if you need help. View Race Course, Results, and Race Information on the US Road Running race page.
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Start Time
8:30 AM
Start Location
7200 Zero St, Fort Smith, AR, 72903
Course Info
Course Type
Out & Back
Terrain
road
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
1 other map for this race
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
3 timing sources
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 73°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
51°
Afternoon (High)
73°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
10 mph
Wind
62%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (42)?
The Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (42) is held on Saturday, October 17, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM.
Where does the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (42) take place?
It takes place in Fort Smith, Arkansas.
What distances does the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (42) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (42) course flat and good for a PR?
The Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (42) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
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