58th Annual Arkansas Marathon | Bearcat Half Marathon | Booneville 10K | Mayor's 5K Powered by SWEPCO The Arkansas Marathon Boston Qualifier follows a scenic course that winds along the northern edge of the Ouachita National Forest. Runners can choose from a full marathon, half marathon, 10K or 5k. Known for unmatched hospitality with community aid stations every mile of the race! Energetic race-day vibes and cheering squads all the way to the finish! Every finisher earns an impressive, full-color custom medal designed by a local high school art student! Hosted by South Logan County Chamber of Commerce - Where Natural Beauty Meets Opportunity All races start at 7:00AM at 123 North Broadway Booneville, AR 72927 Please see map below for more race day details. Race Turnarounds You won’t miss it! Large, highly visible FEATHER FLAGS will mark each race turnaround along the course, giving you a clear signal that you’ve reached your turnaround point and it’s time to turn it up and head back! Aid Stations & Portable Toilets (*PT) Start/Finish Line- Cheering Area (*PT) Mile 1.5 Aid Station/ 5K Turnaround (*PT) Mile 2.5/25ish Aid Station & (*PT) Mile 3 – Aid Station/ 10K Turnaround in this area. Mile 4- Aid Station/Logan Hall Rd. Mile 5 – Aid Station Mile- 6.25/20ish -Aid Station & (PT*) /Longridge Church Half Marathon turnaround area Mile 8.5/ 17ish -Aid Station & Porta Potty/Bottom of Walker Mountain Mile 9- Top of Walker Mountain Mile 10/16ish- Aid Station (*PT) Ione Church Mile 11- Aid Station/ C Bar C Road Mile 13ish- Aid Station (*PT)/ Crazy Duck Crossing Full Marathon Turnaround Traveling aid station available if unable to finish or need medical attention. Showers located at the First Baptist Church. Complimentary towels and basic toiletries provided. Elevation – Course/Elevation Map Just steps from the start/finish line join us for October Daze Fall Festival! Over 80 craft vendors, artisans, food trucks, live music, car show and free family entertainment will fill the streets of downtown Booneville during the annual fall festival October Daze. October Daze Info Places to stay in Booneville and the surrounding area: Countryside Inn- 1600 E Main St Booneville, Ar. 72927 (479) 675-4900 The Lodge at Mount Magazine www.arkansasstateparks.com 16878 N Highway 309 577 Paris, AR 72855 Official Race Sponsor Southwestern Electric Power Company
Races Offered
Arkansas Marathon
Oct 10, 2026
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42.2K
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07:00
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$95.00
Bearcat Half Marathon
Oct 10, 2026
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21.1K
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07:00
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$75.00
Booneville 10K Run
Oct 10, 2026
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10K
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07:00
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$40.00
Mayor's 5K Walk/Run
Oct 10, 2026
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5K
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07:00
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$35.00
Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Booneville.
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9.6° / 21.9°
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7.5° / 19.8°
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Avg sunshine hours
9h 3m
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Avg rainfall
1.5 mm
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Avg wind speed
8.7 km/h (Light breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
Moderate
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Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
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Max UV Index
Moderate (4.0)
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Humidity
67.3%
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Sunrise
07:43
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Sunset
18:56
About Booneville
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Booneville is the name of some places in the United States:Booneville, Arkansas
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Booneville, Kentucky
Booneville, Mississippi
Booneville, Tennessee
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Booneville Channel (Oregon), a Benton County, Oregon channel to the Willamette River