Run Bentonville Half Marathon

Run Bentonville Half Marathon is held in Bentonville, Arkansas, on April 3, 2027, and has grown into the largest running event in the northwest of the state, pairing small-town character with big-race organization. Three entries are offered: the half marathon (13.1 miles), a two-person half marathon relay and a 5K. The course starts and finishes on the downtown Bentonville square and mixes lively neighborhoods with quieter, scenic stretches, with aid and medical stations roughly every two miles. Finishers collect a custom medal, and the finish area has recovery snacks and sponsor activities.

The relay is the format worth a second look: splitting 13.1 miles with a teammate is a good way into the distance if you are not ready to run it alone. Solo runners should plan a 12- to 16-week build with a weekly long run. The event is run by Bentonville Parks and Recreation, and proceeds go toward new parks, community amenities and local events.