Marathon

Hogeye Marathon

Arkansas's oldest marathon brings a certified Boston-qualifying course, a downtown Springdale finish, and a generous seven-hour limit for finishers.

Next raceSaturday, April 17, 2027
Distance categoryMarathon
LocationSpringdale, Arkansas
Boston qualifierYes
Get alertsLast checked August 6, 2026BQ times

Quick facts

  • Boston qualifier on a USATF-certified Springdale road course.
  • Downtown Springdale start and finish on Emma Avenue.
  • Seven-hour timing window with an early-start option for slower runners.
  • Proceeds support charities across Northwest Arkansas.

About the Hogeye Marathon

Founded in the late 1970s, the Hogeye is Arkansas's oldest marathon and a fixture of the Northwest Arkansas running calendar. The event benefits regional charities and centers race weekend in downtown Springdale.

Course

The marathon starts and finishes on Emma Avenue in Springdale's Downtown District. It is a certified road course with aid stations throughout and a seven-hour timing window; runners needing more time may take the early-start option.

Race-day weather

An April morning in Northwest Arkansas may begin cool but become mild, humid, or warm before later finishers return downtown. Rain and quick temperature changes are possible, so layers and adaptable pacing make sense.

Past Hogeye Marathon dates and results

YearDateStatusResults
2027Saturday, April 17, 2027Upcoming
2026Saturday, April 11, 2026CompletedOpen results

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Hogeye Marathon FAQ

When is the Hogeye Marathon?

The 2027 Hogeye Marathon is on Saturday, April 17, 2027.

Is Hogeye Marathon a Boston qualifier?

Yes. Hogeye 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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