2026 5k @ the LPGA
- Date
- September 19, 2026
- Distance
- 5k · 1k Fun Run
From the Organizer
Date & Time: Saturday, September 19, 2026 at 7:30 AM
NEW Location: Walmart Home Office
REGISTRATION OPENS IN JULY
The 5k @ the LPGA returns on Saturday, September 19th! Kick off the 2026 #NWAChampionship with the largest and most spirited 5k race in NW Arkansas! Join us as we Run for Good benefitting Mercy Health Foundation.
Breakfast & Awards: Join us after the race for a free breakfast, lawn games, vendor expo, and the Awards Ceremony as we celebrate the kickoff to #NWAChampionship Week! Bring your family and friends for a full morning of entertainment!
Race Packages: Includes a performance t-shirt, daily #NWAChampionship Tournament ticket, race medal, breakfast after the race and more! Packet pickup will be held at the Rogers Convention Center north rotunda on Friday, September 18th from 2pm-6pm. Packets can also be picked up on Race Day starting at 6:30am.
Corporate Challenge: Join the Annual Corporate Challenge to compete with your coworkers against over 30 other local companies. Teams compete for the titles of Fittest Office, Fastest Office, and Leading Ladies in NW Arkansas, and prizes will be awarded to the Most Spirited Team! Only 5 participants are needed to form a team.
Volunteers Needed: Over 50 volunteers are needed to help the 5k @ the LPGA a success every year. Volunteers serve in positions such as course marshals, water station, and finish line volunteers. Volunteers receive a t-shirt, race gift bag and ticket to the #NWAChampionship.
If you have any questions, please contact Brandi Mikula at bmikula@outlyr.com.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A 7-day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
81°
Typical Low
56°
Chance of Rain
22%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Bentonville 4 S, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Bentonville, AR
Population
56,326
as of 2023
Elevation
1,289 ft
Nearest Airport
XNA
Northwest Arkansas National Airport · 8 mi
Major Hub
TUL
Tulsa International Airport · 94 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 2026 5k @ the LPGA?
- 2026 5k @ the LPGA is a running race held in Bentonville, Arkansas on September 19, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the 2026 5k @ the LPGA?
- Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Bentonville, Arkansas at Walmart Home Office, Bentonville, AR. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 2026 5k @ the LPGA?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
2026 5k @ the LPGA
Sep 19, 2026