Run The Park 5k + Fun Run

Join Us for the 2026 Run the Park 5K & Kids Fun Run!

Run, walk, or cheer alongside friends, families, neighbors, and local businesses at one of Central Arkansas' favorite community race traditions. Hosted by the Little Rock REALTORS® Association, Run the Park brings our community together in support of Special Olympics Arkansas — and this year, we're aiming higher than ever with a fundraising goal of $20,000.

Race expenses are covered by LRRA and our supporting affiliate sponsors, so 100% of every registration and donation goes directly to Special Olympics Arkansas — helping athletes with intellectual disabilities build confidence, develop skills, and experience the joy of belonging through year-round training and competition. By participating, you're not just running a race — you're changing lives.

Why Join the Run?

A Race for Everyone: Runners, walkers, strollers, families, and community groups of all experience levels are welcome.

Make an Impact: Every $35 registration directly supports Special Olympics Arkansas.

All-Inclusive Entry: Your registration includes your official race bib, Run the Park T-shirt, swag bag, professional timing, finish-line refreshments, and eligibility for awards by category and age group.

Free Kids Fun Run: Our youngest athletes can join the free one-mile Kids Fun Run — advance online registration required so kids receive a race bib.

More Ways to Help: Can't make it in person? Register as a virtual participant or donate directly through the race website. Virtual racers and donors who'd like a Run the Park T-shirt can email elle@lrra.com.

Race Details

Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026

Location: Two Rivers Park, 6900 Two Rivers Park, Little Rock, AR

Please note: use the Two Rivers Park entrance — this is NOT the Two Rivers Bridge entrance.

Schedule:

7:00 AM — Arrival & Check-In

7:30 AM — Pre-Race Ceremony & Kids Fun Run

8:00 AM — 5K Begins

Registration:

5K Entry Fee: $35

Kids Fun Run: Free

Register, go virtual, or donate at: runsignup.com/Race/AR/LittleRock/RunThePark5k

Online registration closes 9:00 AM Thursday, October 15

In-person registration available at packet pickup (Oct. 15–16) or at the registration tent on race morning

Packet Pickup:

Thursday, October 15 and Friday, October 16

Rock City Running | 11121 N. Rodney Parham Rd, Suite 37B, Little Rock, AR 72212

Hours to be announced closer to the event.

Race-Day Perks & Amenities

Professional race timing

One water station midway through the course

Finish-line refreshments

On-site restrooms

MEMS, LRPD, and first-aid personnel on site

Awards for top finishers by category and age group

Family-friendly race-day activities

Rain or shine — we'll be there, and we hope you will too!

Questions? Contact Elle Gaxiola at elle@lrra.com, or reach the LRRA office at 501-225-1987.