Hero Half Marathon
Hero Half Marathon gives Fayetteville runners a dedicated autumn 13.1-mile road race with community support, local rollers and a public-safety theme.
Quick facts
- Dedicated Fayetteville half marathon
- Firefighter challenge division
- Rolling northwest Arkansas course
- City streets linked by local greenway sections
About the Hero Half Marathon
The independently timed half includes a firefighter challenge while preserving a standard individual half-marathon entry and result.
Course
The Fayetteville road route uses city streets and local greenway connections, with northwest Arkansas rollers rewarding controlled pacing.
Race-day weather
Mid-October is typically mild, though humidity, rain and a warm late morning remain possible in the Ozark foothills.
Past Hero Half Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Saturday, October 17, 2026 | Results available | Open results |
| 2025 | — | Results available | Open results |
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Hero Half Marathon FAQ
When is the Hero Half Marathon?
We're waiting for the finalized date for the 2027 Hero Half Marathon. The most recent running was on Saturday, October 17, 2026.
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