Light Up The Night 5k Fun Run Morrilton 2026
- Date
- Friday, October 16, 2026
- Start time
- 7:30 PM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Morrilton, Arkansas
- Entry fee
- From $40
- Included with entry
- Includes a pint glass or mug
Registration is open.
We earn a small commission when you register through this link, at no cost to you. Details
Add to calendar: Apple or Outlook · Google
Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Light Up The Night 5k Fun Run Morrilton | 5K | Oct 16, 20267:30 PM | $40 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $40 until Oct 16.
Online registration closes Oct 16, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $40, entry is about 29 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 7:16 AM, and the Light Up The Night 5k Fun Run Morrilton starts at 7:30 PM. The start sits about 360 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton, Morrilton, AR 72110
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 16 the day usually runs from 55°F at dawn to 78°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 9% of days. Cold snaps dip to 44°F and hot years reach 85°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
- University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton, Morrilton, AR 72110Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 360 feet
- Included with entry
- Custom Tumbler
- Distances
- 5K
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 17, 2026), 2025 (Oct 18, 2025)
Organize this race? Add details or a correction
Plan your race
Quick answers
- When is Light Up The Night 5k Fun Run Morrilton?
- Friday, October 16, 2026, starting at 7:30 PM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $40 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 16, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Arkansas?
- At $40, entry is about 29 percent above a typical 5K in Arkansas, which costs $31 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a pint glass or mug, 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?
- University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton, Morrilton, AR 72110.
From the organizers
The Morrilton Lions Club is excited to host our annual Light Up the Night Fun Run/Walk 5K event on Saturday, October 16, 2026 at The University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton campus. Family friendly activities and food will be available around 5:00 PM and our run/walk event will start at 7:30 PM. The goal for this event is to raise funds for our local Lions Club and provide a family-friendly glow-in-the-dark fun run for Morrilton and its surrounding communities during our state’s Fall season. Participating in The Fun Run is a great way to support your community, and we would love to see you there!