Mena Run For Your Life 5k Run & Fun Run 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 31, 2026
- Start time
- 9:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Mena, Arkansas
- Entry fee
- From $15 · goes up to $30 on Sep 30, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K Run | 5K | Oct 31, 20269:00 AM | $25$30 after Sep 30, 2026 | – |
| 5k Fun Run/Walk | 5K | Oct 31, 20269:05 AM | $15 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 5K fee goes up to $30 on Sep 30, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 5K Run: $25 until Sep 30, then $30 until Oct 31.
- 5k Fun Run/Walk: $15 until Oct 31.
Online registration closes Oct 31, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $25, entry is about 19 percent below 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 7:35 AM, and the 5K Run starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 1,170 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
Janssen Park, Mena, AR 71953
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.
2025 results
All resultsAggregated from official results for Mena Run For Your Life 5k Run & Fun Run. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Mena Run For Your Life 5k Run & Fun Run?
In 2025, the fastest tenth finished in 23:31 or better, the top quarter in 26:11, and half the field in 29:56; the last tenth came in after 41:48.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| 30-39 | 26:39 | n/a |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
What would my time get me?
Where a finish time would have placed in 2025.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 31 the day usually runs from 52°F at dawn to 69°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 31% of days. Cold snaps dip to 37°F and hot years reach 77°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
- Janssen Park, Mena, AR 71953Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 1,170 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 31, 2026), 2025 (Nov 1, 2025)
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Quick answers
- When is Mena Run For Your Life 5k Run & Fun Run?
- Saturday, October 31, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $15 before processing fees, and rises to $30 on Sep 30, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 31, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Arkansas?
- At $25, entry is about 19 percent below 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.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2025, 40 runners finished the 5K Run; the median finish was 29:56 and the winner ran 17:31.
- Where does it start?
- Janssen Park, Mena, AR 71953.
- Is there a course map?
- Yes, the organizers publish the route on Garmin Connect; the link is under Start location and course.
From the organizers
Run for Your Life 5K & Fun Run
Join us for the Run for Your Life 5K and Fun Run in Mena, Arkansas! We’ll kick things off with a timed, competitive 5K for runners who want to test their pace, followed by a non-competitive fun run/walk that’s perfect for families and casual participants. Costumes are highly encouraged—show off your creativity as we celebrate fall fun in our community!
📍 The race will take place on Saturday, October 31st, at 9:00 AM at Janssen Park,
following the same scenic route as the Lum & Abner 5K. Adults must register to participate, but children under 12 are admitted free of charge. Register online or in person on October 31st.