In 20 days · Sat, Oct 17, 2026
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When
Saturday, October 17th, 2026
Where
102 North Main St, Beebe AR
Distance
5K
Typical weather
55–74°F · low rain risk
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2025
62–87°F
dry
2024
43–64°F
dry
2023
47–70°F
dry
2022
49–61°F
dry
2021
45–71°F
dry
2020
45–68°F
dry
2019
45–66°F
dry
2018
45–67°F
dry
2017
46–69°F
dry
2016
71–86°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
- Race Name: Fallin' Blackbird 5k
- Date: October 17, 2026
- Location: 102 North Main St, Beebe, AR
- Registration: Register Here
Race Policies
- Weather Policy: This is an all-weather event. Registration fees are non-refundable.
- Thunderstorm Protocol: In case of thunderstorms, the race will be delayed or made virtual.
- FB Page: Please join our FB page for event updates.
- Medal Pickup: In case of a virtual race, medals must be picked up or shipped at racer's cost.
Historical Insight
- Noteworthy Event: On December 31, 2010, thousands of red-winged blackbirds mysteriously fell from the skies of our small town.
- Media Coverage: The bizarre event made national headlines and happened again in 2011 on a smaller scale.
- Community Impact: Although the event was unfortunate, it created quite the buzz in Beebe!
Race Details
- Organization: Please join the Beebe Chamber of Commerce for our 8th Annual Fallin' Blackbird 5k Fundraiser!
- Purpose: Proceeds from this event are used to fund community events throughout the year as well as scholarships for Beebe students.
- Participant Perks: Each participant that completes the race will receive a race t-shirt and medal!
- Medals: We will have placement medals for several age categories. WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU THERE!
Course map
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Live prices near the start line, Oct 16 – 18, 2026.
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