5th Annual SSGT Taylor Hoover Memorial 5K & Community Event
- Date
- September 19, 2026
- Distance
- 5K
- Price
- $30
From the Organizer
Join us for the 5th Annual SSGT Taylor Hoover Memorial 5K honoring Staff Sergeant Taylor Hoover, killed in action saving others in Kabul, Afghanistan, August 26, 2021 . There will be live music, food trucks, merchandise vendors, inflatables for kids, and more!
All proceeds will go towards the SSGT Darin Taylor Hoover Memorial Scholarship Fund blessing local & national students who exhibit Honor, Courage, and Commitment with scholarships for enriching their lives and furthering their education as well as aid to veterans needing service dogs.
Registration Fees are the same for our Main Race and our Virtual Run/Walk: THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT- NO REFUNDS
- $30 adult (18+) includes a 5K Memorial T-shirt if you register by August 19th (Virtual Registrants will have their t-shirts shipped, preferably by race day, if not shortly after).
- $45 adult (18+) includes a 5K Memorial T-shirt AND a SSGT Taylor Hoover Challenge Coin if you register by August 19th (Virtual Registrants will have their t-shirts shipped, preferably by race day, if not shortly after).
- $15 youth (0-17) includes youth T-shirt.
- Red, White, and Blue After Run Celebration For All Ages- FREE Color Powder for EVERYONE!
Pre-Race Packet and T-Shirt Pickup: Friday, September 18th from 5-6pm at Worthington Park-S. Worthington Drive and N. Missouri St, West Memphis, AR 72301 (Also known as SSGT Taylor Hoover Drive)
Day of Registration & Packet Pickup: 8:00 AM
Race Start Time: 10:00 AM
Hotel Recommendations In the Area:
Hampton Inn-310 Angelo's Grove Rd, Marion, AR 72364 Reservations: 870-739-2800
Tru by Hilton-1400 N 18th St, West Memphis, AR 72301 Reservations: 870-400-0007
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 race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
85°
Typical Low
63°
Chance of Rain
22%
Based on US Climate Normals data from W Memphis, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About West Memphis, AR
City Elevation
213 ft
Nearest Airport
MEM
Memphis International Airport · 14 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 5th Annual SSGT Taylor Hoover Memorial 5K & Community Event?
- 5th Annual SSGT Taylor Hoover Memorial 5K & Community Event is a running race held in West Memphis, 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 5th Annual SSGT Taylor Hoover Memorial 5K & Community Event?
- Saturday, September 19, 2026 in West Memphis, Arkansas at Worthington Park West Memphis. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 5th Annual SSGT Taylor Hoover Memorial 5K & Community Event?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
5th Annual SSGT Taylor Hoover Memorial 5K & Community Event
Sep 19, 2026