Corner of W Main and N Cravens, Clarksville AR
Saturday, July 18th, 2026
Race Overview
- Date: July 18, 2026
- Location: Corner of W Main and N Cravens, Clarksville, AR
- Event: Fast 4 mile race filled with history!
- Website: Johnson County Peach Fest 4 Miler
Event Details
- History: Clarksville is home to the Johnson County Peach Festival, starting in 1938.
- Duration: Nearly week-long event: activities include music, cooking, crafts, and contests.
- Race History: The Johnson County Peach Fest 4 miler started in 1979 and is the inaugural year for the race in the Arkansas Grand Prix.
- Awards: Begin at 9:00 AM: presented for overall finishers, masters, and age divisions from 1-80.
Course Information
- Start/Finish: The race begins at the corner of N Cravens and W Main St. and finishes on N Cravens.
- Course Records:
- Male Overall: Tom Aspel - 18:53 (1982)
- Female Overall: Nancy Cunningham - Record not specified
Race Day Logistics
- Packet Pickup: Morning of the race, 5:30 AM - 6:45 AM at the Finish line on N Cravens.
- Race Start: Promptly at 7:00 AM to beat the heat!
- Registration: Register before 11:59 PM CST on July 18 to be guaranteed a shirt and medal.
- Same Day Registration: Available from 5:30 AM - 6:30 AM for $40 (cash, check or Cash App).
Timing and Challenge
- Timing: This race will use chip timing with bibs assigned on the day of the race.
- Challenge: Beat the Heat Challenge includes two races: July 11th (Brent Morrison Memorial 8k) and July 18th (Peach Fest 4 Miler).
- Reward: Complete both races to receive a limited-edition Beat the Heat Challenge Coin.
- Registration: Spots are limited: sign up early to ensure participation in the challenge.
Conclusion
- Hydration: Start hydrating: prepare for the heat of July!
- Community Spirit: Celebrate the tradition of the Peach Fest and the Brent Morrison Memorial.
- Limited Spots: Ensure your place in this summer staple event!
- Ready: Let’s show July what we’re made of!
