Half Marathon

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.

Next raceSaturday, October 17, 2026
RegistrationRegistration open
Distance categoryHalf Marathon
LocationFayetteville, Arkansas
Get alertsLast checked October 10, 2026

Quick facts

  • Dedicated Fayetteville half marathon
  • Firefighter challenge division
  • Rolling northwest Arkansas course
  • City streets linked by local greenway sections

Is registration open for the 2026 Hero Half Marathon?

Registration for the 2026 Hero Half Marathon is open.

Race-day forecast

Hero Half Marathon race-day forecast

Clear on race day · 36-58°F (2-14°C) · 1% rain · 12 mph wind

Race-day forecast for Saturday, October 17, 2026 in Fayetteville, Arkansas, US. Checked 12:50 PM CDT race-local time. Data: Open-Meteo.

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

YearDateStatusResults
2026Saturday, October 17, 2026Upcoming—
2025—CompletedOpen results

Hero Half Marathon FAQ

When is the Hero Half Marathon?

The 2026 Hero Half Marathon is on Saturday, October 17, 2026.

Is registration open for the 2026 Hero Half Marathon?

Registration for the 2026 Hero Half Marathon is open. View the official registration details at runsignup.com.

Does the Hero Half Marathon have live tracking?

Marathon Scout does not list an official live-tracking link for the 2026 Hero Half Marathon yet. We only add a tracker after the race or its timing provider publishes it.

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