Heroes for Hope 5K 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Start time
- 9:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Cave City, Arkansas
- Entry fee
- From $30
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K Run/Walk | 5K | Oct 10, 20269:00 AM | $30 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $30 until Oct 9.
Online registration closes Oct 9, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $30, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in Arkansas ($31).
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 7:07 AM, and the 5K Run/Walk starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 690 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
W. South Street, Cave City, AR 72521
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 10 the day usually runs from 57°F at dawn to 78°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 11% of days. Cold snaps dip to 45°F and hot years reach 84°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
- W. South Street, Cave City, AR 72521Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 690 feet
- Distances
- 5K
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 10, 2026), 2025 (Oct 11, 2025)
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Quick answers
- When is Heroes for Hope 5K?
- Saturday, October 10, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $30 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 9, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Arkansas?
- At $30, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in Arkansas ($31).
- What distances can I run?
- 5K.
- Where does it start?
- W. South Street, Cave City, AR 72521.
From the organizers
Hosted by The CALL in Sharp and Independence Counties and the Sharp County Sheriff Foundation
Heroes for Hope is a fun, family-friendly event that brings our community together in support of:
· Children in foster care,
· Local law enforcement’s public service missions,
· Families in need across Sharp County
Participants are encouraged to dress as their favorite heroes, creating an energetic and inspiring atmosphere. The event includes a 5K Run/Walk, a free kids’ fun, and a virtual runner option for those who want to support without racing.
The race will begin at 9 AM.
The race starts and finishes in the Cave City Park.
Free Kids Fun Run following 5K start (approximately 9:10 AM)
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