Forge & Freedom 5K
Forge & Freedom 5K is a running race on October 3, 2026 in Cave Springs, AR, with an entry fee of $35.
- Date
- October 3, 2026 (77 days to go)
- Price
- $35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Forge & Freedom 5K
Join us for the Forge & Freedom 5K, hosted by The Foundry, as we come together to celebrate strength, resilience, and the freedom to serve something greater than ourselves.
Whether you're chasing a personal record, walking with family and friends, or simply showing your support, every step you take will make a meaningful impact. All proceeds from this event benefit Sheep Dog Impact Assistance (SDIA), a nonprofit dedicated to engaging, assisting, and empowering veterans, active-duty military, first responders, and their families through programs that foster healing, purpose, and post-traumatic growth.
At The Foundry, we believe that strength is forged through challenge and community. The Forge & Freedom 5K is more than just a race—it's an opportunity to honor those who have dedicated their lives to serving others while supporting an organization that helps them continue to thrive.
Lace up your running shoes, bring your friends and family, and join us as we run with purpose. Together, we can forge a stronger community and help provide freedom, hope, and healing for our nation's heroes.
Stand for Strength. Celebrate Freedom. Stride with Purpose.
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
76°
Typical Low
50°
Chance of Rain
20%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Bentonville 4 S, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Cave Springs, AR
Nearest Airport
XNA
Northwest Arkansas National Airport · 4 mi
Major Hub
TUL
Tulsa International Airport · 92 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
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About This Sport
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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.
Running
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Forge & Freedom 5K
Oct 3, 2026