Arkansas Marathon
The Arkansas Marathon is a long-running small-town road race from Booneville, offering quiet miles, rolling terrain, and a traditional community finish.
Quick facts
- Long-running community marathon based in Booneville.
- Rolling rural roads rather than a city loop.
- Small field can create long solo stretches.
- October temperature swings favor conservative pacing.
About the Arkansas Marathon
One of Arkansas's established marathon traditions, this race keeps its field and logistics modest. Runners come for a straightforward rural challenge rather than big-city production.
Course
The road course leaves Booneville for rolling countryside before returning to town. Open sections and gradual elevation changes reward measured effort and comfort running alone.
Race-day weather
October can begin cool and become warm under clear skies. Wind is noticeable on exposed rural roads, and aid planning matters in a smaller event.
Past Arkansas Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Saturday, October 10, 2026 | Upcoming | — |
| 2025 | — | Completed | Open results |
| 2024 | — | Completed | Open results |
Arkansas Marathon FAQ
When is the Arkansas Marathon?
The 2026 Arkansas Marathon is on Saturday, October 10, 2026.
Is Arkansas Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. Arkansas Marathon is a Boston Marathon qualifier. To use the result, you must run the certified full-marathon course within the qualifying window and meet the current standard for your age and gender. Meeting the standard lets you apply but does not guarantee entry, and net-downhill courses can receive a time adjustment under current B.A.A. rules. Review the Boston qualifying times and downhill-course rules, or browse upcoming Boston qualifier marathons.
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