Hero Half Marathon

Sat, Oct 17, 2026, 7:30 AM CDT

Location: Fayetteville, AR; Fayetteville Firefighters' Hero Half Marathon, 72701
Type: RUN

Official registration

At a glance

Run for a cause and challenge yourself, or watch firefighters race in full gear at this Fayetteville half marathon.

Competitive
Quirky
For a Cause

Great for: cause-driven runners, runners who like a competitive edge

The Hero Half Marathon in Fayetteville, AR, is a community-focused fundraising event supporting local organizations and fitness initiatives. Hosted by The Spark Foundation and Fayetteville Firefighters’ IAFF – Local 2866, this race offers a unique challenge for active duty firefighters to complete the half marathon in full bunker gear. Runners can also compete for age group awards. Your participation helps foster a healthier, more vibrant community in Arkansas.

What to expect

Support local community needs through your participation.
Compete for age group awards if you're a top finisher.
Witness or join the unique Firefighter Challenge, running in full bunker gear.

Standout details

Firefighter Challenge (full bunker gear)
Supports community organizations
Age group awards for top finishers
Long-sleeved tech hooded tee (guaranteed by Sep 12)

Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.

Distances & registration

6 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

5K
Sat, Oct 17, 7:40 AM CDT · From $38.10
Opens Jan 8, 2026, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Oct 17, 2026, 4:00 AM CDT
6.55 Miles
Sat, Oct 17, 7:35 AM CDT · From $43.40
Opens Jan 8, 2026, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Aug 15, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
6.55 Miles
Sat, Oct 17, 8:00 AM CDT · From $54.00
Opens Jan 8, 2026, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Aug 15, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

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13.1 Miles
Sat, Oct 17, 7:30 AM CDT · From $91.10
Opens Jan 8, 2026, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Aug 15, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
13.1 Miles
Sat, Oct 17, 7:30 AM CDT · From $69.90
Opens Jan 8, 2026, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Oct 17, 2026, 3:00 AM CDT
13.1 Miles
Sat, Oct 17, 8:00 AM CDT · From $91.10
Opens Jan 8, 2026, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Aug 15, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

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From the organizer

The Hero Half Marathon is a fundraising race and community event hosted by The Spark Foundation in partnership with Fayetteville Firefighters’ IAFF – Local 2866. Race proceeds benefit organizations that meet important community needs, increase fitness opportunities for the community, and make Fayetteville and Arkansas a great place to live, work, and play.

The Spark Foundation is all about encouraging our community to get active and stay active. We will award age group awards for the Top 3 male and female finishers in each age division for both the half marathon and quarter marathon.

Are you an active duty FIREFIGHTER? Want to participate in our Firefighter Challenge by running in FULL bunker gear? Sign Up for the Firefighter Challenge! *Please note if you sign up for the Firefighter Challenge you are committing to running the 13.1 mile half marathon in FULL BUNKER GEAR! Please reach out to contact@mysparkfoundation.org with any questions.

*** Please note: In order to guarantee a race t-shirt (a long-sleeved tech hooded tee), you must register and select a size no later than September 12, 2026. If you register on or after September 12 , 2026 , we can no longer guarantee a race t-shirt. We will have some extra shirts available on race day, but please register before September 12, 2026, to ensure your shirt in your desired size.***

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