25TH Annual
25TH ANNUAL LITTLE ROCK MARATHON WEEKEND is a running race on March 5, 2027 in Little Rock, AR.
From the Organizer
EXPO:
25th Annual Little Rock Marathon Health & Fitness Expo is the kick-off to the marathon weekend at the Statehouse Convention Center in downtown Little Rock beginning on Friday March 5, 2027. The Expo offers vendors in health, beauty, fitness, apparel, nutrition, and the course overview will be offered. With a focus on the latest in running, fitness and lifestyle improvements, the Health and Fitness Expo is the ultimate opportunity to showcase your company’s products and services to athletes, families, sports enthusiasts, and guests.
RACES:
Named one of Runner’s World’s “Bucket List: 10 Great Marathons for First Timers” in 2017, the 25th Annual Little Rock Marathon Weekend is the perfect place to check a race off your bucket list. Join us for the10K, 5K, Little Rockers Kids Marathon or the All Abilities Marathon on Saturday March 6, 2027, and also for Marathon or Half Marathon on Sunday March 7, 2027.
Known for our big personality, genuine Southern hospitality, and an army of caring volunteers, this event is more than just a race. Participants enjoy a running (or walking!) tour through the scenic streets of Arkansas’ capital city, all leading to one of the most impressive finisher medals in the country.
We’re truly a race for every pace — and we love our walkers! The marathon has an 8-hour time limit, making it accessible for runners and walkers alike.
Learn more and register at www.littlerockmarathon.com
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
60°
Typical Low
39°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Little Rock Ap Adams Fld, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
202,739
as of 2023
City Elevation
462 ft
Nearest Airport
LIT
Bill & Hillary Clinton National Airport/Adams Field · 7 mi
Major Hub
MEM
Memphis International Airport · 136 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
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 25TH ANNUAL LITTLE ROCK MARATHON WEEKEND, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
225
Days to train
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From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Coming Up
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2 miles away
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Less than a mile away
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2 miles away
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2 miles away
Plan your trip
Coming from out of town? There's more to Little Rock than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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25TH ANNUAL LITTLE ROCK MARATHON WEEKEND
Mar 5, 2027