If you are looking for races in Mountain Home, Arkansas, you have come to the right place. Mountain Home has a growing running scene with 7 races listed in our directory, including 4 upcoming events in 2026. Whether you are lacing up for your first 5K or chasing a new personal record, there is something here for every runner.
Upcoming Races in Mountain Home, Arkansas
Here is a look at the top upcoming races in Mountain Home this year. We update our listings weekly so you always have the most current information.
Run for Tomorrow 5k
Date: September 12, 2026
Distance: 5K
Get ready to be part of something truly special in Mountain Home, where runners and walkers alike come together to champion mental health awareness and suicide prevention. Read full details →
ARktoberfest Beer Mile
Date: October 3, 2026
Join the fun at this unique beer mile event in Mountain Home, Arkansas on October 3rd, hosted by Rapp’s Barren Brewing, where you’ll alternate between chugging a cold one and running a quarter mile four times in a row (21+ only, no alcohol-free option available). Read full details →
HOWL-O-WEEN Hairy and Scary Fest Zombie Run 5k Saturday, Oct. 10th, 2026
Date: October 10, 2026
Distance: 5K
Join us for a spooky Halloween-themed running festival on Saturday, October 10th in Mountain Home, AR, where you can choose between a fun 2.5k or 5k zombie runplus bring your furry friend to the morning dog jog, pet fair, and other festivities like costume contests and… Read full details →
2.5K & 5K Lucky Dawg Jog / Walk for Charity / Sat. October 10th, 2026
Date: October 10, 2026
Distance: 5K
Grab your furry friend (or go solo!) and join us Saturday, October 10th at the ASUMH Campus Trail in Mountain Home for a fun 2.5K or 5K adventurecostumes encouraged for both you and your pup! Read full details →
Why Run in Mountain Home?
Running events in Mountain Home offer a mix of community fun runs, charity 5Ks, and competitive road races throughout the year. The local running community is active and welcoming to runners of all levels — from first-timers to seasoned racers. Many of these events benefit local charities and organizations, making race day about more than just your finish time.
Find More Races in Arkansas
Mountain Home is just one part of a thriving Arkansas running scene. If you want to explore more events across the state, check out our full race listings for Arkansas — we track every upcoming running event from 1 mile fun runs to full marathons.
Get Ready to Race
Found a race you want to run? The next step is making sure you are properly trained for it. Whether you are a first-timer aiming to finish or a veteran chasing a PR, having the right training plan makes all the difference.
Take our free 3-question training plan quiz and get matched to the right plan for your fitness level in under a minute. We will send it straight to your inbox so you can start training today.
Good luck out there — see you at the finish line in Mountain Home!
