Run Bentonville Half Marathon
Bentonville Running Festival offers a premier half marathon experience in Northwest Arkansas.
Race Date
Apr 3, 2027
Location
Bentonville, AR
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, April 3, 2027
- Location
- Bentonville, Arkansas
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Point to Point
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
- Finishers on record
- 27,894
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Bentonville Running Festival has established itself as Northwest Arkansas' premier running event, drawing participants from across the nation. With 16 editions on record and a growing field that recently saw around 3,514 finishers, this race has become a significant fixture.
Runners from approximately 39 states have converged on Bentonville, with a notable 36% repeat-runner loyalty, underscoring its enduring appeal. The event is USATF certified and features a course with a net drop, hinting at fast times. Typical race-day conditions are pleasant, with temperatures ranging from 45–65°F.
The festival atmosphere is bolstered by a strong median field size of about 2,540 finishers, indicating a lively and competitive environment. The recent growth in participation and the high repeat rate suggest a well-loved event that continues to impress.
Race-provided description
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Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Point to Point
Terrain
road
Scenery
Urban
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
-0.50 m
Separation
1.1%
USATF Certified Course
AR16007DLP · Bentonville Half Marathon 2016
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
Quality Score
Runner Favorite9416 years running
~2,540 finishers a year
growing or steady
36% returning runners
USATF certified · 6 photos
runners from 39 states
winner 1:06:34
typical high 65°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
45°
Afternoon (High)
65°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.2"
Precipitation
14 mph
Wind
67%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 27,894 finishers actually crossed the line across 16 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
27,894
Median time
2:11:03
Latest turnout
3,514
States
48
Turnout by year
2018–2026
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Run Bentonville Half Marathon?
The Run Bentonville Half Marathon is held on Saturday, April 3, 2027.
Where does the Run Bentonville Half Marathon take place?
It takes place in Bentonville, Arkansas.
What distances does the Run Bentonville Half Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the Run Bentonville Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Run Bentonville Half Marathon is a ultra-flat, point to point course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.
How many people run the Run Bentonville Half Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 27,894 runners who have completed the Run Bentonville Half Marathon.
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