Little Rock Marathon News

SEPTEMBER 2024

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Half Marathon Build Up Schedule begins September 2!
Official marathon training starts September 16!

Thanks to Rock City Running, you can join the thousands of athletes who trust our coaches to get them to the finish line.

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Manifest Your Finish

We know you've started training and there's no better time to take another step toward your finishing goal. Secure your spot in the 2025 Little Rock Marathon now to receive our best rate!

Run Local Race Series

presented by ArkansasRunner.com

Designed to encourage individuals at all fitness levels to keep running and walking throughout the season (October to March).

Finish a race from all three events in the series and bring home the Run Local finisher's Medal. Races in the series are:

Creep ‘N Crawl (half marathon, 5K, or virtual race)
Ugly Sweater (5K or virtual race) and
a race during Little Rock Marathon Weekend (marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K, or any challenge race)

More info on Run Local (click here)

Part of the Run Local Race Series

Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024 - Two Rivers Park

Voted one of the top 10 half-marathons by USA Today Reader’s Choice Awards.

Grab the scariest, funniest, wildest, goofiest, most creative costume you can think of and join us for a Howlin’ Ghoul Time!

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Part of the Run Local Race Series

Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024 - Two Rivers Park

'Tis The Season To Be Tacky!

Dig out that ugly holiday sweater and celebrates the best of the season with a healthy dose of physical fitness!

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Little Rockers Kids Marathon

The Little Rockers Kids Marathon, presented by the Hatcher Agency, is a non-competitive event that offers children 1st through 6th grades the opportunity to enhance their physical activity (by following a fun, simple running and/or walking program) while focusing on reaching a goal.

Little Rockers All Abilities Division

The Little Rockers All Abilities Final Mile is a non-competitive event for individuals ages 5-25 with intellectual, developmental, and/or physical disabilities.

Host Hotel

LITTLE ROCK MARRIOTT ($187 plus tax)

Distance to start/finish: 150 feet
2 night minimum stay. A credit card or one night’s advance deposit will be required to secure a room out of this block
Cancellations must be received 24 hours prior to arrival or 1 night room and tax will be assessed
Deadline January 27, 2025.

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Other Lodging Options

From world-class luxury to business and budget-friendly, Little Rock offers the absolute best when it comes to staying in the lap of southern comfort.

Discover all that is Little Rock. Enjoy our charming hospitality, exception service, genuine people and engaging experiences.

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Special Sponsor Message

This FREE health and living expo will feature free health screenings, speakers, and a book signing by Frank O’Mara. To pre-register here for info and prizes - click here.

There will also be doctor panels, a political panel, Arkansas Travelers bingo, and prize drawings. To find out more visit arkansashealthandwellnessexpo.com

Special Community Partner Message

Thank You Sponsors