Celebrating 40 Years of Partnership: 2026 Run the Park 5k & Fun Run benefitting Special Olympics AR

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. The 2026 race also marks 40 years of partnership between the Little Rock REALTORS® Association and Special Olympics Arkansas, celebrating four decades of support for athletes with intellectual disabilities across our state. 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 helping carry forward a 40-year legacy of community support and 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 is 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 would like a Run the Park T-shirt can email [email protected]. 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 at 9:00 AM Thursday, October 15 • In-person registration is available at packet pickup on October 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 will 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 [email protected] or call 501-225-1987.

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