338 Whittington Street, Mount Ida AR
Saturday, May 23rd, 2026
Good Ol' Days Festival 5K
Event Overview
- Date: 2026-05-23
- Location: 338 Whittington Street, Mount Ida, AR
- Experience: A delightful old-fashioned event for the entire family.
- Activities: Enhanced route, door prizes, post-race food, and fun!
Festival Highlights
- History: Festival began in 1990, paused during Covid, now back and better!
- Features: Craft vendors, food trucks, live music, and a kid's zone.
- Car Show: Huge car show with live music—something for everyone!
- Medals: All participants receive a Good Ol' Days 5K medal.
Race Details
- Start/Finish: At the high school, with clearly marked route.
- Water Stations: Two water and snack stations along the way.
- Registration Cost: $25
- Inclusions: Bib, medal, and awards for top 3 finishers in each category!
Categories
- Men: 0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-UP
- Women: 0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-UP
- Packet Pickup: Starts 1 hour before the race
- Awards: Presented live at the Registration tent immediately after finishing!
Event Schedule
- 7:30-8:15 AM: Packet Pickup
- 8:25 AM: National Anthem
- 8:30 AM: Race Starts!
- Awards: Immediately after crossing the finish line!
Contact Information
- Mount Ida Area Chamber of Commerce: mountidachamber@gmail.com
- Event Coordinator: Shona Stroud (shonastroud19@gmail.com)
Join Us!
- Excitement: Join us for a day filled with excitement, community, and great memories!
- More Information: Visit our race page: Good Ol' Days Festival 5K
