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Day of the Dead Half Marathon - Little Rock

Day of the Dead Half Marathon - Little Rock is a running race on October 17, 2027 in Little Rock, AR, with entry fees from $15 to $49.

Date
October 17, 2027 (338 days to go)
Price
$15–$49
Sport
Running

From the Organizer

💀🌺 Day of the Dead Half Marathon – 2027
Celebrate life, honor memories, and experience the vibrant spirit of Día de los Muertos at the Day of the Dead Half Marathon! Whether you're taking on the half marathon or cheering from the sidelines, expect a festive race filled with colorful traditions, music, and plenty of race-day excitement.

🎺 NEW for 2027! 
In cities where available, mariachi bands will welcome runners at the starting line, performing live music beginning one hour before the race starts.

🎭 Costume Contest
Bring the spirit of Día de los Muertos to life with your most creative and colorful costume! Show off your calavera makeup, traditional attire, and festive designs during our pre-race costume contest. A winner will be selected and awarded a special prize before the race begins.

Come celebrate Day of the Dead with a memorable race experience! 💀🌺

Events

Kids Dash$15
1 Mile Run$30
Volunteer then Run 5K$30
5k Run 3.1 Miles$35
Quarter Marathon 6.55 miles$35
Half Marathon 13.1 miles$49

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

73°

Typical Low

53°

Chance of Rain

25%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Little Rock, 5 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:16 AMSunset 6:31 PMDaylight 11h 16m

About Little Rock, AR

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

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Day of the Dead Half Marathon - Little Rock, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

338

Days to train

Race
Day of the Dead Half Marathon - Little Rock
Date
October 17, 2027

Get Ready for Race Day

Plan your training, log every workout, and track your progress all the way to race day in the Endurance Grid app.

The training calendar in the Endurance Grid app: the week plan and every day colored by sport
A Race Story in the Endurance Grid app: the finish photo and everyone who finished

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Day of the Dead Half Marathon - Little Rock?
Day of the Dead Half Marathon - Little Rock is a running race held in Little Rock, Arkansas on October 17, 2027. 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 Day of the Dead Half Marathon - Little Rock?
Sunday, October 17, 2027 in Little Rock, Arkansas at To Be Determined. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Day of the Dead Half Marathon - Little Rock?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Day of the Dead Half Marathon - Little Rock

Oct 17, 2027

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