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Run Young & Free 5K & 1K Fun Run

Date
November 21, 2026
Distance
Run Young & Free 5K · Run Young & Free 1K Run/Walk · Virtual RY&F Race & more

From the Organizer

All Children's Academy's heart behind Run Young & Free is to create an event to inspire health & wellness supporting businesses in the community to sponsor a race for kids & adults promoting health and wellness, while raising awareness for local like-minded businesses and non-profits!   

Fun ahead includes:

5K/1K Participants ($30/racer with t-shirt) on the Greenway in Hot Springs, AR! Start your run at the NEW Majestic Park fields and run down the beautiful scenic Greenway then finish the 5K running around Majestic Park for the Finish Line coming in by the new Babe Ruth Field! 

REGISTRATION FOR 5K/1K is FROM 7am - 7:50am

1K LAUNCH AT 8:00AM

5K LAUNCH AT 8:30AM

We have medals in 1st, 2nd, 3rd place in the following:

  • 5K:  Male & Female Overall
    • Female: <5 y/o, 6-10, 11-15,16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-89, 90+
    • Male: <5 y/o, 6-10, 11-15,16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-89, 90+
  • 1K Fun Run/Walk: Male & Female Overall
    • Female: <5 y/o, 6-10, 11-15,16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-89, 90+
    • Male: <5 y/o, 6-10, 11-15,16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-89, 90+

Adults & Children Racing to Create Health, Fun, Music, Games, & Activities
Bridging Community Gaps for Like-minded Businesses
Fun for Family & Friends
Support your Community Children Outreaches 

1st & 2nd CASH PRIZE WINNERS!!!!

1st & 2nd PLACE COMMUNITY TEAM CASH PRIZE WINNER: The team with the largest number of participants on your team to participate with our race!! The team with the largest amount of supporter by in-person or virtual will WIN a CASH PRIZE to decide how to disperse among their teammates!! 

Distances & Pricing

Run Young & Free 5K8:30 AMRegister →
Run Young & Free 1K Run/Walk8 AMRegister →
Virtual RY&F Race8 AMRegister →
Student of ACA 5K8:30 AMRegister →
Student of ACA 1K8 AMRegister →

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Run Young & Free 5K & 1K Fun Run?
Run Young & Free 5K & 1K Fun Run is a running event held in Hot Springs National Park, AR. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
When and where is the Run Young & Free 5K & 1K Fun Run?
Saturday, November 21, 2026 in Hot Springs National Park, AR at Majestic Ball Park, Hot Springs National Park, AR. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Run Young & Free 5K & 1K Fun Run?
Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.

Run Young & Free 5K & 1K Fun Run

Nov 21, 2026

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