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Sunday, September 20th, 2026
River Front Park, North Little Rock AR
1 Mile · 5K · 10K · Half
68–86°F · some rain risk
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2025
69–88°F
dry
2024
70–91°F
dry
2023
68–79°F
rain
2022
75–100°F
dry
2021
70–87°F
dry
2020
59–80°F
dry
2019
73–82°F
rain
2018
75–91°F
dry
2017
73–89°F
dry
2016
69–90°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Sunday, Sep 20
Cloudy · 71–97°F
Sunday, Sep 20starts near 71°F · 0% chance of rain · wind up to 8 mph
About this race
Location Confirmed
River Front Park
Heroes and Villains Half Marathon
Presented by Bigfoot Running Company
Distances: Kids Dash | 1 Mile | 5K | Quarter Marathon | Half Marathon
Step into a world of courage, chaos, and capes at the Heroes and Villains Half Marathon, where YOU decide—will you race for good or for mischief? Join Bigfoot Running Company for a day of high-energy fun, amazing costumes, and heroic performances across multiple race distances.
Event Highlights
- Awesome medals: for all finishers
- Cool tees: and custom swag
- Live DJ: announcing every runner
- Epic Bigfoot Trophies: for top finishers
High-energy staff & crowd support and snacks and refreshments at the Race Rally Tent will also add to the day’s excitement!
Costume Contest
Unleash your inner hero or embrace your inner villain—because it’s time to save (or conquer) the day before the race even starts!
Show off your best superhero or villain look at 6:50 AM, just before the Kids Dash and race start, for a chance to win:
- $25 Gift Card: for the winner
- Free future race entry:
- Bigfoot Prize Pack: full of themed goodies
Race Distances & Awards
All finishers in every distance receive a medal and shirt!
Youth-Based Pricing: 5K & 10K participants aged 12 & under run for only $15!
Referral Bonus: Refer 5 friends and get a $20 refund!
Group Discounts: Join as a group and save more—the larger your group, the bigger the discount!
Races Offered:
- Kids Dash: 50-meter untimed dash (Ages 10 & under)
- 1 Mile Fun Run: For all ages and experience levels (untimed)
- 5K (3.11 miles): Chip timed
- Quarter Marathon: (6.55 miles) – Chip timed
- Half Marathon (13.1 miles): Chip timed
Awards Structure
Standard Age Group Awards (5K, Quarter Marathon, Half):
- 1st Overall Male & Female: Bigfoot Trophy
- 1st Masters (40+): Male & Female – Recognition Pin
Top 3 in each age group receive Gold, Silver, and Bronze pins.
Age Groups:
10 & Under | 11–14 | 15–19 | 20–24 | 25–29 | 30–34 | 35–39 | 40–44 | 45–49 | 50–54 | 55–59 | 60–64 | 65–69 | 70+
Event Schedule
5:30 AM – 6:40 AM – Packet Pickup ends 20 minutes before the race starts!
6:50 AM – Costume Contest
6:55 AM – Kids Dash
7:00 AM – National Anthem & Race Start
Post-Race Festivities
Live results and awards ceremony.
DJ playing all the hits.
Bigfoot Trophy & age group awards presentation.
Snacks and refreshments at the Race Rally Tent.
Finish line photos, music, and celebration.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Then Run: (5K Distance Only)
Be part of the action and run the 5K! Includes a chip-timed bib, t-shirt, and finisher medal.
Volunteer Then Run Schedule:
Arrive 1.5 hours early to help with packet pickup.
Run the 5K.
Help hand out awards post-race.
Limited to first 5 sign-ups only.
Full Race Volunteer (Non-Running Role)
Perfect for those who want to help but not run this time. Volunteers will not participate in the race and receive:
- Bigfoot race shirt:
- VIP race access:
- Choice of a FREE future race entry: or $20 Amazon digital gift card
Course Experience
All races are held on scenic local park and greenbelt trails—mostly paved with some crushed granite and dirt sections. Aid stations will be available throughout the course to keep you hydrated and supported.
Important Notes
- Shirt Guarantee: 10 days before race day.
- Weather: Races proceed rain or shine, hot or cold.
- Packet Pickup: Opens 1.5 hours before race start.
No-Refund Policy: BIGFOOT RACES PROCEED RAIN, SHINE, HOT OR COLD FOR THIS REASON NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN.
Contact Information
Questions? Email us at [email protected]
Registration Link
For more information, visit the official race page.
Course map
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Live prices near the start line, Sep 19 – 21, 2026.
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