Little Rock Marathon
Little Rock Marathon brings a hilly capital-city course, a huge finisher medal tradition, and Boston-qualifier stakes to early March in Arkansas.
Quick facts
- Capital-city marathon with marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K, and kids events.
- USATF-certified Boston qualifier.
- Known for oversized finisher medals and a welcoming race-weekend culture.
- Rolling city course rewards steady effort more than aggressive early pacing.
Is registration open for the 2027 Little Rock Marathon?
Registration for the 2027 Little Rock Marathon is open.
About the Little Rock Marathon
The Little Rock Marathon is Arkansas' capital-city marathon and the anchor of a broad race weekend. It has a reputation for a friendly event culture, big medals, and a course that is more honest than flat.
Course
The course starts and finishes near LaHarpe Boulevard and tours Little Rock and North Little Rock. It is USATF certified and Boston qualifying, with enough hills and turns that runners should pace it as a city course rather than a pure speed route.
Race-day weather
Early March in Little Rock can be mild, wet, windy, or briefly warm. The best race days are comfortable, but runners should be ready for changing spring conditions across the full course window.
Past Little Rock Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Sunday, March 7, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
| 2026 | Sunday, March 1, 2026 | Completed | Open results |
| 2025 | Sunday, March 2, 2025 | Completed | Open results |
| 2024 | Sunday, March 3, 2024 | Completed | Open results |
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Little Rock Marathon FAQ
When is the Little Rock Marathon?
The 2027 Little Rock Marathon is on Sunday, March 7, 2027.
Is registration open for the 2027 Little Rock Marathon?
Registration for the 2027 Little Rock Marathon is open. View the official registration details at littlerockmarathon.raceroster.com.
Is Little Rock Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. Little Rock 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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