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Heroes Against Hunger 5K

Date
October 2–3, 2026
Distance
Heroes Against Hunger 5K · Walk With a PA Student · Pie a Professor & more
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From the Organizer

All proceeds go to benefitting the Arkansas Food Bank and feeding Arkansans.

Highlights:

  • Beautiful scenic route around Two Rivers Park in Little Rock, AR. Entire race path is paved and accessible with strollers. This is a kid and pet friendly event!
  • Custom Event T-Shirt
  • Distance: 5K (3.1 miles)

Registration fees.

  • Run/Walk: $30 (includes T-shirt)


SATURDAY, (RACE DAY)

  • 7:30am Packet Pick Up, Bib Number and Race Pack Pick-Up Opens
  • 8:50am Runners make their way to starting line
  • 8:55am Last minute race instructions and recognition of race sponsors
  • 9:00am Race Starts Promptly
  • 10:15am Awards Ceremony

About Kelly-Rahn-Turnage (KRT) Fellowship of Physician Assistant Students

Kelly-Rahn-Turnage (KRT) Fellowship of Physician Assistant Students was founded by the inaugural class of UAMS Physician Assistant Program in 2013. This organization was created and is governed by the students. KRT was named after three individuals at UAMS who were instrumental in the development of the PA Program. Patricia Kelly, PhD, PA-C was the founding Chair and Program Director of the PA Program. Daniel Rahn, MD, was the Chancellor of UAMS at that time and was the initial advocate of the program. Richard Turnage, MD, was the founding medical director of the PA Program. However, this is not a comprehensive list of all contributors to the UAMS PA Program, many individuals were influential in its development.
This year the KRT organization will hold its eleventh annual 5K race benefiting the Arkansas Food Bank Food for Kids Program. Since the first race in 2014, the students have donated nearly $75,660 to this program, which has provided 378,000 meals to children throughout Arkansas. The students are passionate about serving their community and are thankful for the many supporters of the race throughout the years that have helped them achieve their goal.
Thank you for your interest in the KRT Fellowship of Physician Assistant Students of UAMS. Any questions about the program or student organization can be directed to the UAMS Physician Assistant Program office at 501-686-7211 or email at PAProgram@uams.edu.


This race benefits the Arkansas Food Bank “Food for Kids” program and increasing awareness about the Physician Assistant profession in Arkansas.
The race takes place each year in October to coincide with National Physician Assistant week. A Physician Assistant is a licensed medical provider who works with the supervision of a physician. PAs prescribe, diagnose, treat, and manage care in almost every patient population making them a vital member of the healthcare team!

If you are unable to participate in the run, you can donate directly to our cause.
Donation link through AMDPA: https://www.amdpa.org/heroesagainsthunger5k
*Due to the charitable nature of the event, no refunds will be issued due to inclement weather or other cancelation of event.

Events

Heroes Against Hunger 5KSat, Oct 3 · 9 AMRegister →
Walk With a PA StudentSat, Oct 3 · 9 AMRegister →
Pie a ProfessorFri, Oct 2 · 1 PMRegister →
Spirit RunnerSat, Oct 3 · 9 AMRegister →

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

80°

Typical Low

57°

Chance of Rain

23%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Little Rock Ap Adams Fld, 7 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:05 AMSunset 6:53 PMDaylight 11h 48m

Host City

About Little Rock, AR

Population

202,739

as of 2023

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.

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Race
Heroes Against Hunger 5K
Date
October 2–3, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Heroes Against Hunger 5K?
Heroes Against Hunger 5K is a running race held in Little Rock, Arkansas on October 2, 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 Heroes Against Hunger 5K?
Friday, October 2, 2026 in Little Rock, Arkansas at 6900 Two Rivers Park Road, Little Rock, AR. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Heroes Against Hunger 5K?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Heroes Against Hunger 5K

Oct 2, 2026

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