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Saturday, November 7th, 2026
Philander Smith University, Little Rock AR
5K
48–66°F · low rain risk
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On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
61–74°F
dry
2024
59–71°F
dry
2023
60–81°F
dry
2022
60–67°F
rain
2021
38–67°F
dry
2020
55–74°F
dry
2019
41–60°F
rain
2018
51–60°F
rain
2017
51–59°F
dry
2016
60–68°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Nov 7
Partly cloudy · 52–73°F
Saturday, Nov 7starts near 52°F · 4% chance of rain · wind up to 5 mph
About this race
The Philander Smith University Homecoming Inaugural 5K Run/Walk is an opportunity for participants to support the mission of the institution by bringing together students, alumni, faculty, staff, and community members for a day of wellness, unity, and purpose. The course is designed to pass many of the city’s African American historical sites, including Arkansas Baptist College, Little Rock Central High School and and Dunbar Heritage Association Community. This exciting event will take place on Saturday, November 7th, beginning at 8:00 a.m. on the campus of Philander Smith University in Little Rock. All proceeds will go toward funding student scholarships and helping deserving students continue their educational journeys.
Day-of Participants and Virtual Participants will receive (1) Race Bib, (2) Race T-Shirt, (3) Finisher Medal w/Ribbon
Sleep-In Participants will receive a Race T-Shirt
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