Forge & Freedom 5K 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Start time
- 9:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Cave Springs, Arkansas
- Entry fee
- From $35
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forge & Freedom 5K | 5K | Oct 3, 20269:00 AM | $35 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $35 until Oct 1.
Online registration closes Oct 1, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $35, entry is about 13 percent above a typical 5K in Arkansas, which costs $31 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Arkansas runs 35:03, about 11:17 a mile, based on 253 races with published results. Women typically finish in 38:23 and men in 30:30.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:12 AM, and the Forge & Freedom 5K starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 1,190 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
115 N. Main St., Cave Springs, AR 72718
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 3 the day usually runs from 59°F at dawn to 80°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 4% of days. Cold snaps dip to 51°F and hot years reach 87°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 115 N. Main St., Cave Springs, AR 72718Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 1,190 feet
- Included with entry
- Forge & Freedom Race Shirt
- Distances
- 5K
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 3, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Forge & Freedom 5K?
- Saturday, October 3, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $35 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 1, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Arkansas?
- At $35, entry is about 13 percent above a typical 5K in Arkansas, which costs $31 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K.
- Where does it start?
- 115 N. Main St., Cave Springs, AR 72718.
From the organizers
Forge & Freedom 5K
Join us for the Forge & Freedom 5K, hosted by The Foundry, as we come together to celebrate strength, resilience, and the freedom to serve something greater than ourselves.
Whether you're chasing a personal record, walking with family and friends, or simply showing your support, every step you take will make a meaningful impact. All proceeds from this event benefit Sheep Dog Impact Assistance (SDIA), a nonprofit dedicated to engaging, assisting, and empowering veterans, active-duty military, first responders, and their families through programs that foster healing, purpose, and post-traumatic growth.