
Harvest Time Academy Glow in the Park 5k Run is a running race on October 30, 2026 in Fort Smith, AR, with entry fees from $25 to $30.
From the Organizer
UPDATE!
We are excited to have a NEW GLOW RUN DATE! Since our first race date had to be canceled due to a terrible storm; our new Glow Run date is November 14th!
Check-in will still be 5:30, and the race at 7:00p!
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Join us Friday, October 24, 2025 at 7:00pm at Ben Geren Park Fort Smith, AR for HTA's 7th annual Glow in the Park 5k and 1 mile fun run! Costumes and/or glow in the dark attire are permitted and encouraged!
The 5K Run will be a timed race. Register by 10/10/25 to receive a 5K participant medal! Winner medals will also be given to the top 3 racers in each age category; as well as Overall Male and Overall Female!
The 1 Mile Fun Run is great for the family and kids of all ages! Last day to register with free t-shirt is October 8TH!
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
70°
Typical Low
46°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Ft Smith Rgnl Ap, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
89,496
as of 2023
City Elevation
506 ft
Nearest Airport
FSM
Fort Smith Regional Airport · 3 mi
Major Hub
TUL
Tulsa International Airport · 101 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.
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Harvest Time Academy Glow in the Park 5k Run
Oct 30, 2026