Bank of Salem, Mark Thomas Memorial Apple Pie 5K
Sat, May 23, 2026, 4:00 AM CDT
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Race feel
Run or walk this memorial 5K, part of a festive homecoming, and compete for age group awards and a homemade apple pie.
- Competitive
- Quirky
- Festive
- For a Cause
Competitive
Quirky
Festive
For a CauseThis 5K run and walk honors Mark Thomas and is a highlight of the Fulton County Homecoming Festival. Starting and finishing on the court square in Salem, Arkansas, the event offers competitive opportunities across 11 age divisions for runners and a dedicated walking division. Top finishers receive overall awards and medallions, with a special homemade apple pie awaiting the first male and female overall winners. It's a community-focused event combining remembrance with festive celebration.
What to expect
From the organizer
Bank of Salem, Mark Thomas Memorial, Apple Pie 5K Race
Sponsored by the Bank of Salem in Honor of Mark Thomas, this 5K run and walk begins and ends on the court square in Salem, Arkansas and is just one part of the Fulton County Homecoming Festival activities held every Memorial Day weekend.
The run features 11 age divisions for both men and women plus one walking division (5K only). Overall awards will be presented to the first male and first female finishers and medallions will be given to the first, second and third place finishers in each age division. The best part is HOMEMADE APPLIE PIES will be give to the first overall finishers!
5K Course on Strava HERE
Awards