Arkansas 20k
Benton, AR
Sat, Oct 24, 2026
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When
Saturday, October 24th, 2026
Where
1810 Citizens Drive, Benton AR
Distance
Typical weather
53–71°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
55–71°F
dry
2024
62–85°F
dry
2023
66–84°F
dry
2022
67–82°F
rain
2021
67–85°F
rain
2020
47–57°F
dry
2019
51–67°F
dry
2018
49–62°F
dry
2017
53–63°F
dry
2016
59–80°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
- Event Name: Arkansas 20K
- Date: October 24, 2026
- Location: 1810 Citizens Drive, Benton, AR
- Registration Link: Register Here
Course Details
- Start/End Point: Boys and Girls Club of Saline County at the River Center complex in Benton.
- Course Markings: All turns are marked with large signs with arrows.
- Timing: The race will be chip timed.
- Course Availability: The course will remain open until 11:00am.
Weather Considerations
- Temperature Range: Can range from the mid-50s to mid-80s.
- Humidity Levels: Humidity can sometimes be high.
Race Significance
- Training Opportunity: The 20K is an excellent test/training run for a fall marathon.
- Challenge: The race is also a challenging event in its own right.
Course map
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