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Shirt available for purchase with each signup.


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| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | 5K | Oct 10, 20267:30 AM | $30$35 after Sep 28, 2026 | – |
| Sleep-In Supporter | – | Oct 10, 20267:30 AM | $25 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Online registration closes Oct 10, 2026, unless the race fills first.
At $30, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in Arkansas ($31).
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.
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:15 AM, and the 5K starts at 7:30 AM. The start sits about 260 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
301 E. 3rd St, Texarkana, AR 71854
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Around October 10 the day usually runs from 62°F at dawn to 84°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 11% of days. Cold snaps dip to 53°F and hot years reach 89°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.
What the organizers of Run for the Spear of It 5k cover on their registration page, in brief.
Shirt and medal
Shirt available for purchase with each signup.
Awards
Overall Male and Female. 1st, 2nd, 3rd, Male and Female Awards. Age Groups: 11-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+.
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Pickle Fest Texarkana is a Texas-based nonprofit dedicated to strengthening our communities through connection. generosity, and service. Through initiatives like our Blessing Boxes, we provide accessible food resources for those in need while encouraging a spirit of giving. We believe in a simple but powerful approach: take what you need, leave what you can, and help keep the jar full. By sharing food we share kindness, and by supporting one another, we build a stronger community for all.
Pickle juice stations along the route downtown Texarkana, AR neighborhoods.